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Corrections
The Essentials
Fourth Edition
- Mary K. Stohr - Washington State University, USA
- Anthony Walsh - Boise State University, USA
January 2021 | 464 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc
Written by former practitioners who are experts in the field, Corrections: The Essentials, Fourth Edition, addresses the most important topics in corrections in a brief, yet comprehensive format. Authors Mary K. Stohr and Anthony Walsh introduce students to the history and development of correctional institutions, while offering a unique perspective on ethics and special populations. The Fourth Edition provides insights into the future of corrections as well as updated coverage of the most important issues impacting the field today.
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Chapter 1. The Philosophical and Ideological Underpinnings of Corrections
Chapter 2. Early Corrections: From Ancient Times to Correctional Institutions
Chapter 3. Ethics and Corrections
Chapter 4. Sentencing: The Application of Punishment
Chapter 5. Jails and Detention Centers
Chapter 6. Community Corrections: Probation and Intermediary Sanctions
Chapter 7. Prisons and the Correctional Client
Chapter 8. The Corrections Experience for Staff
Chapter 9. Community Corrections: Parole and Prisoner Reentry
Chapter 10. Women and Corrections
Chapter 11. People of Color and Corrections
Chapter 12. Juveniles and Corrections
Chapter 13. Legal Issues in Corrections and the Death Penalty
Chapter 14. Correctional Programming and Treatment
Chapter 15. Corrections in the 21st Century
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Preferred Corrections, a text reader 3rd.
Psychology/Sociology Dept, Coastal Carolina University
January 3, 2023
Outstanding textbook for my undergraduate Corrections class. Very insightful and I will be using this book again in the Fall! I love the activities and thought-provoking content as well.
Sociology & Crim Justice, Kennesaw State University
April 25, 2022
Sample Materials & Chapters
Chapter 1. The Philosophical and Ideological Underpinnings of Corrections
