The Rise and Fall of Violent Crime in America - by Barry Latzer (Paperback)

The Rise and Fall of Violent Crime in America is a comprehensive examination of the significant phenomenon of violent crime in the United States since 1965.

This book provides a social history of the country, combined with insights from criminology, to explore the relationship between rising and falling crime and historical developments such as the postwar economic boom, suburbanization, and the rise of the middle class, baby booms and busts, war and anti-war protest, urbanization of minorities, and more.

Emeritus Professor of Criminal Justice at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, Barry Latzer, provides a detailed analysis of this important issue, offering readers a deeper understanding of the complex factors that have shaped crime in America.

With its comprehensive scope and insightful analysis, this book is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the complex history of violent crime in the United States.