Making Crime Pay: Law and Order in Contemporary American Politics
Making Crime Pay: Law and Order in Contemporary American Politics
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999
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BetaMaking Crime Pay: Law and Order in Contemporary American Politics
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999158
Novel • Fiction
United States • 1980s-1990s
1999
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Making Crime Pay: Law and Order in Contemporary American Politics, Katherine Beckett explores how crime and punishment have influenced American political strategies. The text examines the evolution of crime-related discourse, revealing how political figures use concerns about crime to shape policies and public opinion, ultimately affecting individuals interacting with the justice system.
Informative
Dark
Unnerving
Gritty
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Making Crime Pay: Law and Order in Contemporary American Politics by Katherine Beckett offers a compelling analysis of the politicization of crime in the U.S. The book is praised for its thorough research and clear argumentation. Critiques note a dense academic style that may challenge general readers. Overall, it effectively chronicles the shift towards punitive policies.
Who Should Read Making Crime Pay: Law and Order in Contemporary American Politics?
Readers fascinated by the intersection of politics and criminal justice, similar to those who appreciated Michelle Alexander's The New Jim Crow, will find Katherine Beckett's Making Crime Pay insightful. It's ideal for those exploring the political narratives behind law and order dynamics in America.
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158
Novel • Fiction
United States • 1980s-1990s
1999
Adult
18+ years
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