Once there were virtues in the stars and mermaids in the seas; but then a gift was lost, and all of that became no more than the stuff of fantasy. What if it came back? Everyone tells fifteen-year-old Gavin that the things he sees aren't really there. He hardly believes himself any more.

This is an essential introduction to undergraduate studies in criminology. Short, clear and concise, it provides you with a comprehensive overview of the key themes covered on your criminology course, and offers invaluable advice on how to excel at your studies. The second edition provides: - Summaries of key course content, including new sections on race and ethnicity, cybercrime, ordinary crime, state crime, global and comparative criminology, green criminology and zemiology - A helpful study skills section with extensive advice on how to write essays and pass exams, including new sections...

Featuring a range of fascinating and thought-provoking case studies from the author's extensive experience in the field, this is the first textbook to cover ethnography specific to criminology. Following the research process in full, Treadwell successfully bridges the gap between a methodological instruction manual and a theoretical textbook. The book: Includes case studies comprised of classic works and the author's own ethnographic projects Provides guidance for navigating key issues in ethnography, including access and researcher safety Helps with the use of...

Featuring a range of fascinating and thought-provoking case studies from the author's extensive experience in the field, this is the first textbook to cover ethnography specific to criminology. Following the research process in full, Treadwell successfully bridges the gap between a methodological instruction manual and a theoretical textbook. The book: Includes case studies comprised of classic works and the author's own ethnographic projects Provides guidance for navigating key issues in ethnography, including access and researcher safety Helps with the use of...