What is Policing? by Martin Wright (English) Paperback Book

Description: What is Policing? by Martin Wright, P.A.J Waddington An essential introduction to policing for all students undertaking policing related degrees. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This text provides an accessible, up-to-date and thought-provoking introduction to policing for all those undertaking degrees and foundation degrees. It aims not only to inform students and prepare them for their course, but also to expose them to some of the challenges they will face as they begin their studies and/or policing careers. This book is the essential foundation for the Policing Matters series, explaining what policing is, what the police do, the context for policing and what are the main issues it faces and challenges it poses. Notes Informs and prepares students for their course, and exposes them to the challenges they will face. Author Biography P A J Waddington is Professor of Social Policy, Policy Research Institute, The University of Wolverhampton. He has over 30 years of academic research and is the initiator of the BSc (Hons) Policing degree. Martin Wright is senior lecturer in the School of Legal Studies at the University of Wolverhampton and is the award leader for the BSc Policing degree. He retired from West Midlands Police in November 2008 after having completed 30 years service. He has a Bachelor of Law degree, a Post Graduate Certificate in Higher Education, a Master of Science degree and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in criminology. Table of Contents Why a policing degree?Introduction: law and orderWhat police doAuthority and discretionA people businessPolice culture: canteens, carriers and carousing!Wrongdoing and accountabilityPolice and policing Review "A very good book written by people who genuinely know policing and can comment on it both practically and theoretically. I liked the subjects addressed too - extremely relevant. This book would equip any student of policing or potential police recruit with much of what they need to either understand real policing or work in the service." (Lecturer, Thames Valley University.) Review Quote "A very good book written by people who genuinely know policing and can comment on it both practically and theoretically. I liked the subjects addressed too - extremely relevant. This book would equip any student of policing or potential police recruit with much of what they need to either understand real policing or work in the service." (Lecturer, Thames Valley University.) Details ISBN1844453553 Author P.A.J Waddington Year 2010 ISBN-10 1844453553 ISBN-13 9781844453559 Format Paperback Imprint Learning Matters Ltd Place of Publication Exeter Country of Publication United Kingdom Short Title WHAT IS POLICING Language English Media Book Illustrations 10 illustrations DEWEY 363.2 Pages 128 Series Policing Matters Series UK Release Date 2010-03-31 Publication Date 2010-03-31 NZ Release Date 2010-03-31 Audience Undergraduate Publisher Sage Publications Ltd AU Release Date 2010-03-30 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:134577124;

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