China's economic transformation has brought with it much social dislocation, which in turn has led to much social protest. This book presents a comprehensive analysis of the large-scale mass incidents which have taken place in the last decade. The book analyses these incidents systematically, discussing their nature, causes and outcomes. It shows the wide range of protests - tax riots, land and labour disputes, disputes within companies, including private and foreign companies, environmental protests and ethnic clashes - and shows how the nature of protests has changed over time. The book...

This comprehensive volume deciphers investigative process and practice, providing an authoritative insight into key debates and contemporary issues in crime investigations

• Provides critical examination of investigative practice by focusing on the key issues and debates underpinned by academic literature on crime investigation
• Outlines the theoretical explanations that provide an understanding of crime investigation and the context in which investigators operate
• Illustrates the practical relevance of theoretical contributions to crime investigation
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