Heinous Crime: Cases, Causes, and Consequences

What Circumstances Lead Someone To Commit Murder, Rape, Or Acts Of Child Molestation? Why Does Society Have Such A Deep-seated Wish For Vengeance Against Perpetrators Of Heinous Crimes? Can Those Found Guilty Of Such Crimes Ever Be Rehabilitated? What Are The Long-term Consequences Of Incarceration, For Inmates And Society? Reamer Examines The Psychological And Social Factors That Lead Individuals To Commit Reprehensible Crimes, Arguing That A Fuller Understanding Of Different Criminal Types Is Crucial To Developing Successful Answers To The Problem Of Heinous Crimes. [publisher Web Site]. The Nature Of Heinous Crime -- Heinous Crime : Causes And Cases -- Retribution And Revenge -- Imprisonment : The Public Safety Imperative -- Treatment And Rehabilitation -- Restorativev, Reparative, And Community Justice. Frederic G. Reamer. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 247-268) And Index.