This paperback volume (subtitled ''Constitutional Rights: Civil Rights and Civil Liberties'') includes chapters 10 through 19 of Fisher/Harriger,... American Constitutional Law, Ninth Edition (hardback). Now in its ninth edition, American Constitutional Law is the only book that develops constitutional law in the comprehensive sense. Along with containing analyses and excerpts of court decisions, the book highlights the efforts of legislatures, executives, the states, and the general public to participate in an ongoing political dialogue rather than passively receive a series of unilateral judicial commands. It covers all new developments in case law, congressional statutes, presidential policies, and initiatives undertaken by states under their own constitutions. The book includes readings not only from cases but congressional floor debates, committee reports, committee hearings, presidential vetoes and other statements, state actions, Federalist papers, and professional journals. It also includes a chapter on equal protection that addresses immigration law and the rights of aliens.

This paperback volume (subtitled "Constitutional Rights: Civil Rights and Civil Liberties") includes chapters 10 through 19 of Fisher/Harriger, American... Constitutional Law, Eighth Edition (hardback). American Constitutional Law is the only book that develops constitutional law in the comprehensive sense. Along with containing an analysis and excerpts of court decisions, the book highlights the efforts of legislatures, executives, the states, and the general public to participate in an ongoing political dialogue rather than passively receiving a series of unilateral judicial commands. It covers all new developments in case law, congressional statutes, presidential policies, and initiatives undertaken by states under their own constitutions. The book also includes readings not only from cases but congressional floor debates, committee reports, committee hearings, presidential vetoes and other statements, state actions, Federalist papers, and professional journals, and it also adds a substantially revised chapter on equal protection that addresses immigration law and the rights of aliens.

This startlingly original and highly readable volume adds a new richness and depth to an element of U.S. history that is all too often taken for... granted.In American Consumer Society, Regina Lee Blaszczyk examines the emergence of consumerism in the Victorian era, and, in tracing its evolution over the next 140 years, shows how the emergence of a mass market was followed by its fragmentation. Niche marketing focused on successive waves of new consumers as each made its presence known: Irish immigrants, urban African Americans, teenagers, computer geeks, and soccer moms, to name but a few.Blaszczyk demonstrates that middle-class consumerism is an intrinsic part of American identity, but exactly how consumerism reflected that identity changed over time. Initially driven to imitate those who had already achieved success, Americans eventually began to use their purchases to express themselves. This led to a fundamental change in American culture one in which the American reverence for things was replaced by a passion for experiences. New Millennium families no longer treasured exquisite china or dress in fine clothes, but they ll spare no expense on being able to make phone calls, retrieve emails, watch ESPN, or visit web sites at any place, any time. Victorian mothers just wouldn t understand.

Explore the American corrections system from the perspective of both the corrections worker and the offender in the newest edition of AMERICAN... CORRECTIONS. Comprehensive yet not overwhelming, the book covers both institutional and community sanctions in a balanced way. Readers will appreciate the high-profile corrections cases taken from recent headlines, helping to reinforce the theories found in the book. AMERICAN CORRECTIONS also examines topics such as assisting felons during the re-entry process, reducing recidivism, the death penalty, surveillance, and careers in the corrections field.

Explore the American corrections system from the perspective of both the corrections worker and the offender in AMERICAN CORRECTIONS, Tenth Edition.... Comprehensive yet not overwhelming, the book covers both institutional and community sanctions, incorporating high-profile corrections cases taken from recent headlines to reinforce important theories. The authors "tell it like it is," offering you thought-provoking, unbiased examinations of such topics as assisting felons during the re-entry process, reducing recidivism, the death penalty, and surveillance. You'll also get a frontline view of careers in the corrections field.

A condensed, accessible version of the bestselling corrections book on the market, AMERICAN CORRECTIONS IN BRIEF, 1st Edition introduces students to the... dynamics of corrections in a way that captures their interest and encourages them to enter the field. The brief paperback nature of this book makes it more approachable, and the well-respected author team has added several key pedagogical elements to help ensure students success. Complete with valuable career-based material, insightful guest speakers, illuminating real-world cases, and uniquely even-handed treatment of institutional and community sanctions, the text examines the U.S. correctional system from the perspectives of both the corrections worker and the offender, providing students with a well-rounded, balanced introduction to corrections.

The Need For Corrections Officers Is Projected To Increase By 16% By 2016 (Bureau Of Labor Statistics). This Is Great News For Students Completing Their... Criminal Justice Or Criminology Degrees As There Will Be Ample Employment Opportunity. Drs. Delisi And Conis Provide Their Unparalleled Research Expertise/Productivity And Nearly 40 Years Of Combined Criminal Justice Practitioner Experience To Make American Corrections: Theory, Research, Policy, And Practice, Second Edition The Ideal Introductory Text For The Corrections Course. They Use A Straightforward Writing Style That Is Scholarly, Engaging, And Fun. Updated Throughout, It Contains Both Classic And Cutting-Edge Contemporary Data On Correctional Topics Drawing From The Fields Of Criminology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Government, And Public Policy. The Text Is Broken Down Into Four Parts, Starting With An Overview Of The Correctional System, Including The History And Philosophy Of Corrections. It Progresses To Discuss The Management Of Offender Risk And Covers The Ways In Which The Correctional System Classifies Offenders According To The Risks They Exemplify. Part III Delves Into The Prison System And Includes Discussions On The Journey Of Prisoners, From Prison, To Parole, And Reentry Into Society. This Comprehensive Introduction Concludes With An Examination Of The Special Populations Within The Correctional System, Including Juveniles, Women, And Those Sentenced To Capital Punishment And Civil Commitment. Key Features Of The Revised Second Edition: -Now Available In Paperback! -Revised To Be More Sociologically-Focused, This Second Edition Includes Boxes Throughout Highlighting The Effects On Community. -Provides An Increased Focus On Gender, Race, And Immigration Issues. -Contains More Content Discussing The Philosophy Of Corrections, Encouraging Your Students To See The Big-Picture And Think Critically Of The Subject. -Every New Copy Includes An Access Code To The Accompanying Student Companion Website Featuring A Variety Of Interactive Study Aids. Exciting New Content Added To The Second Edition: -New Section On The Correctional System And American Society -New Section On The Fiscal Costs Of The Correctional System And Ways That Correctional Policies Can Save Costs While Reducing Crime -New Section On Historical Developments In Corrections -New Section On Juveniles And The Life Imprisonment Without Parole Sanction -Expanded Correctional Case Law -New Section On Teen Courts -New Section On Federal Pretrial Services -New Section On Crisis Intervention Teams -New Section On Cognitive Behavioral Therapy -New Section On Mental Health Probation -New Section On Effective Correctional Policies -New Section On Back-End Sentencing And Parole -New Section On Law Enforcement Reentry Initiatives And Reentry Courts -New Section On Graham V. Florida (2010) -New Section On Juvenile Drug Courts -Expanded Discussion On Women And Reentry -New Discussion On Clemency And Elected Executions -Updated Box Features Including 13 New Box Features -Thoroughly Updated Correctional Data -Thoroughly Updated Literature With More Than 300 New References Instructor Resources: Navigate Course Mgr., Instructor's Manual, Powerpoint Lecture Outlines, Test Bank

Todd R. Clear, one of the country's leading experts in the study of corrections, George F. Cole, considered by many as the 'founding father' of modern... criminal justice study, and new co-author Michael D. Reisig, combine talents for the new Seventh Edition of the market-leading AMERICAN CORRECTIONS. A great author team, Clear's expertise in corrections complements Cole's organizational view of the system and fresh perspectives offered by Reisig. Together, they present a well-rounded, balanced approach to corrections. AMERICAN CORRECTIONS, Seventh Edition takes a sociological and humanistic approach to corrections. The text treats institutional and community sanctions in a balanced fashion and offers a look at the system from the perspective of both the corrections worker and the offender. It also presents the concept of corrections as a "system" of interconnected organizations and carries this theme throughout the book. From a more practical standpoint, many find this text appealing because it provides comprehensive coverage without overwhelming students. At 22 chapters and 592 pages, it is very compatible with standard semester-long courses.

Politicians, pundits, and Pentagon officials are singing the praises of a kinder, gentler American counterinsurgency. Some claim that counterinsurgency... is so sophisticated and effective that it is the “graduate level of war.” Private military contracting firms have jumped on the bandwagon, and many have begun employing anthropologists, political scientists, psychologists, and sociologists to help meet the Department of Defense’s new demand. The $60 million Human Terrain System (HTS), an intelligence gathering program that embeds social scientists with combat brigades in Iraq and Afghanistan, dramatically illustrates the approach. But when the military, transnational corporations, and the human sciences become obsessed with controlling the “human terrain”—the civilian populations of Iraq and Afghanistan—what are the consequences? In this timely pamphlet, Roberto González offers a searing critique of HTS, showing how the history of anthropology can be used to illuminate the problems of turning “culture” into a military tool.

American Courts describes the state judicial systems and the federal judicial system. This book continues to be written primarily for beginning law... students who will acquire more detailed knowledge of the topics covered here and for persons from other countries with legal backgrounds who want an introduction to American courts. This new edition reflects the changes in case management procedures, court personnel, and, in a few instances, state court structure that have been made to deal with the changes in types and numbers of cases being filed with the courts.

American Courts and the Judicial Process examines the many elements of the U.S. court system--its structure, function, and key actors. Author G. Larry... Mays discusses the contrast between the law and rules as they are written and the way they play out in the real world. Concise and accessible, American Courts and the Judicial Process is ideal for undergraduate courts courses.FEATURES* Written by a seasoned author and renowned criminologist* Presents a variety of scholarship, both classic and current* Organized logically, beginning with a brief overview of court personnel (judges, lawyers, etc.) before delving into the different types of courts and procedures (pre-trial, trial, and post-trial judicial processes)* Contains distinctive pedagogy:» "In Their Own Words" boxes containing quotes from leading judges, lawyers, legal scholars, and others » "In the News" boxes discussing contemporary events» "World View" boxes covering international courts and legal systems* Discusses the major problems facing the American court system and considers potential solutionsSUPPORT PACKAGE* Instructor's Resource CD containing a Test Bank, sample syllabi, chapter outlines, and PowerPoint-based lecture slides * Companion Website (www.oup.com/us/mays) featuring a downloadable Student Study Guide, a variety of self-quizzes, and brief chapter summaries

The highly respected AMERICAN COURTS: PROCESS AND POLICY, by top Courts scholar Lawrence Baum, provides clear descriptions of the courts and the... activities of the various courts. The Seventh Edition explains what courts do, how people within them behave, and how they relate to the rest of the political system.