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Corrections: Philosophies, Practices, and Procedures (2nd Edition)
Corrections Philosophies Practices and Procedures - 2nd Edition Author:Philip L. Reichel This book teaches the reasons (the "philosophies") behind our application of different penal sanctions (the "practices") and the ways (the "procedures") chosen to achieve social control. Organized around the concepts of philosophies, practices, and procedures, this book also integrates historical and international mat... more »erial. This approach reflects the author's belief that an understanding of current procedures in the United States is increased when those procedures are placed in a historical context and when they are compared and contrasted with strategies used in other settings, including other countries. For anyone interested in corrections and the penal system.« less