State, Power, Crime

Featuring contributions by leading scholars, this seminal text explores key themes and debates on state power in relation to crime and social order. It critically reflects on a range of important issues, including terrorism, surveillance, violence and the media.

The text provides:

Introduction to key theories on state power

Assessment of the relationship between crime, criminal justice and the state

Critical analysis of the development of law and order policy since 1978

Critical reflection on the future direction of research and analysis

Advice on further reading

Featuring a preface by Stuart Hall, STATE, POWER, CRIME offers a contemporary and comprehensive examination of the challenges posed by state power in relation to criminal and social justice. It is essential reading for upper level undergraduates and postgraduates in criminology, criminal justice and sociology.