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The Roots of Violent Crime in America

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First published: 2021
Pages: 505

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The criminologist Barry Latzer's book "The Roots of Violent Crime in America" provides a thorough examination of violent crimes, such as murder, assault, that occurred in the US between the 1880s and the 1930s. By fusing historical expertise, criminological perspectives, and fresh research, Latzer challenges preconceived notions about violent crime in this century. Contrary to popular belief, violent crime rates in American cities were lower than in rural areas. Latzer examines violent subcultures and cultural predispositions, highlighting the lack of a substantial correlation between crime rates and racism or Prohibition.

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Barry Latzer

Barry Latzer is an American criminologist, legal scholar, and professor emeritus at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. His research connects criminal law, constitutional interpretation, capital punishment, and the history of violence in the United States.

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