Armed Robbers In Action: Stickups and Street Culture
Brak ocen
Mystery
Thriller & Suspense
Action & Adventure
Format
Miękka okładka
Strony
128
Język
Angielski
Opublikowany
Oct 23, 1997
Wydawca
Northeastern University Press
Wydanie
1st Edition
ISBN-10
155553323X
ISBN-13
9781555533236
Opis
This compelling narrative offers an unfiltered glimpse into the world of armed robbery, drawing from firsthand accounts of active perpetrators in St. Louis. Through extensive interviews, the authors delve into the motivations, methods, and cultural landscapes surrounding stickups, presenting a raw and provocative exploration of street crime. The stories recounted reveal not just the criminal acts but also the psychological and socioeconomic factors that drive individuals to a life of crime.
As the authors unpack the complexities of urban street culture, they provide insights into the dynamics of power, fear, and survival that shape the experiences of both robbers and their victims. The book captures the gritty reality of these encounters while humanizing the individuals involved, painting a picture that challenges preconceived notions about crime and those who commit it.
In blending rigorous academic research with vivid storytelling, the work invites readers to reconsider the narratives that dominate discussions of crime and punishment. It serves as both a crucial contribution to the field of criminal behavior and a thought-provoking examination of the societal factors that fuel armed robbery in contemporary America.
As the authors unpack the complexities of urban street culture, they provide insights into the dynamics of power, fear, and survival that shape the experiences of both robbers and their victims. The book captures the gritty reality of these encounters while humanizing the individuals involved, painting a picture that challenges preconceived notions about crime and those who commit it.
In blending rigorous academic research with vivid storytelling, the work invites readers to reconsider the narratives that dominate discussions of crime and punishment. It serves as both a crucial contribution to the field of criminal behavior and a thought-provoking examination of the societal factors that fuel armed robbery in contemporary America.
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