This text invites students to look at corrections from a variety of perspectives and to consider careers in corrections. It highlights the real life experiences of individuals in corrections, and offers first- person accounts and news items about inmates, victims, and correctional officers. A chapter on emerging issues in the field covers institutional violence, race and gender in incarceration trends, and prisoners' rights. Learning features include summaries, key terms, critical thinking questions, and Web links.
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