Profiling Violent Crimes
Author | : Ronald M. Holmes |
Publisher | : SAGE Publications |
Total Pages | : 345 |
Release | : 2008-12-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781412959988 |
ISBN-13 | : 1412959985 |
Rating | : 4/5 (88 Downloads) |
Download or read book Profiling Violent Crimes written by Ronald M. Holmes and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2008-12-01 with total page 345 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As in previous editions, this book is appropriate for criminal investigation, forensic psychology, criminal behavior and interpersonal violence courses, generally as a supplement to a core text or as one of several paperbacks. The authors continuing research and involvement in field investigation are a source of relevant and often high profile case studies to illustrate theory and application of methods shown. Chapters include Arson, Pedophilia and Psychological Profiling and Rape. This edition features a new chapter on Lizzie Borden, analyzing this historic murder case with fresh insight and a unique analysis. The text is particularly readable and engaging, making frequent use of illustrative tables, figures and occasional photos.