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Language | English |
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Print length | 248 pages |
Publisher | Encounter Books |
Dimensions ( H x W x D ) | 6.25 x 1 x 9.5 inches |
The Ferguson effect refers to the phenomenon where police officers reduce proactive policing efforts following public and media backlash against police violence, ostensibly leading to a rise in violent crime.
The book is written by Heather Mac Donald, an American commentator and journalist well-known for her reporting on issues related to policing and crime.
This book is ideal for adults and older teens interested in sociology, criminology, law enforcement, and political science. It's especially useful for students, researchers, and professionals in these fields.
Yes, 'The War on Cops' offers a rigorous analysis of data and statistics to support its arguments about policing and crime.
Yes, the book challenges widely held beliefs, particularly those of the Black Lives Matter movement, making it a subject of debate and discussion.
The book is divided into four sections: 'Burning Cities and the Ferguson Effect,' 'Handcuffing the Cops,' 'The Truth About Crime,' and 'Incarceration and Its Critics.'