Author Description
Policing: The Essentials responds to a need for a more concise presentation of policing. It covers the essential materials for understanding the history, development and current operations of policing in an understandable, non-complex discussion of the topics.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates the core historical, structural, and operational components of modern policing to provide a foundational understanding of the field. The authors, Liederbach, Buerger, and Lab, utilize their combined academic expertise in criminal justice to distill complex institutional frameworks into a streamlined, accessible format. By focusing on the evolution of law enforcement practices, the book establishes a clear analytical baseline for students and practitioners alike.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Historical development of police organizations
- Analysis of contemporary operational strategies
- Examination of the relationship between police and the public
- Overview of organizational structures and management
Scope Limits
- Does not provide an exhaustive legal manual for specific jurisdictions
- Excludes deep-dive case studies of individual criminal investigations
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts frequently identify this text as a highly efficient resource for introductory criminal justice courses due to its focus on clarity and brevity. Readers note that the prose avoids unnecessary academic jargon, making it a reliable reference for those seeking a concise overview of the policing landscape.
Page Count:
288
Publication Date:
2021-01-01
ISBN-10:
0190921994
ISBN-13:
9780190921996
Sociology
Law Enforcement
Criminology
Prisons
Public Policy