{"product_id":"understanding-crime-analyzing-the-geography-of-crime-paperback","title":"Understanding Crime: Analyzing the Geography of Crime - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSpencer Chainey\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe definitive guide to analysis techniques for examining the geography of crime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eUnderstanding Crime: Analyzing the Geography of Crime\u003c\/i\u003e delves into both theory and technique to explain the geographic analysis of crime. Intended as a comprehensive resource and textbook, this book breaks down old, new, and complex approaches to make crime analysis more accessible for readers wanting to improve their own understanding of crime.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThrough detailed descriptions, explanations, and illustrations of geographic analysis techniques, \u003ci\u003eUnderstanding Crime\u003c\/i\u003e examines spatial and temporal patterns of crime, the use of spatial data in the analysis of crime, and methods for evaluating the impact of geographically targeted interventions. Topics include: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHot spot analysis, using cluster analysis techniques\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTemporal analysis, including techniques for examining the stability of crime patterns\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnalysis of repeat and near repeat victimization\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnalysis of persistent and emerging patterns of crime\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpatial regression analysis, including geographically weighted regression\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDetermining crime risk, and where crime is likely to happen\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePerforming robust evaluation and applying techniques that determine whether an intervention worked\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvery chapter begins with key learning points and ends with a summary and references. \"Thought boxes\" with useful information for understanding a theoretical principle or a technical matter are included throughout the book.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWritten by world-renowned crime science expert Dr. Spencer Chainey and designed for both students and practitioners of all levels, \u003ci\u003eUnderstanding Crime\u003c\/i\u003e is a vital reference that will support you in your spatial analysis of crime and ultimately in making better recommendations for improving your community.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe definitive guide to analysis techniques for examining the geography of crime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eUnderstanding Crime: Analyzing the Geography of Crime\u003c\/i\u003e delves into both theory and technique to explain the geographic analysis of crime. 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Every chapter begins with key learning points and ends with a summary and references. \"Thought boxes\" with useful information for understanding a theoretical principle or a technical matter are included throughout the book.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWritten by world-renowned crime science expert Dr. Spencer Chainey and designed for both students and practitioners of all levels, \u003ci\u003eUnderstanding Crime\u003c\/i\u003e is a vital reference that will support you in your spatial analysis of crime and ultimately in making better recommendations for improving your community.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDr Spencer Chainey \u003c\/strong\u003eis director of continuing professional development and the director of the Latin America and Caribbean unit at University College London's Jill Dando Institute of Security and Crime Science. He applies academic knowledge and police\/public safety practice to research, supporting crime reduction, criminal investigation, citizen security, and countering organized crime; and furthering the education and professional development of current and future generations of practitioners and researchers. The author draws from his 25 years of international experience, which include working in Europe, North America, Latin America, the Caribbean, Australasia, the Middle East, and China.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 304\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.7 x 9.9 x 7.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 19, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53738346316140,"sku":"9781589485846","price":95.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/3019\/6844\/files\/9cd8d06dbc2841af6e7bfe1725069036.webp?v=1778433978","url":"https:\/\/pattansenterprise.com\/products\/understanding-crime-analyzing-the-geography-of-crime-paperback","provider":"Pattansenterprise","version":"1.0","type":"link"}