{"product_id":"victimology-a-canadian-perspective-second-edition-paperback-softback-9781487559700","title":"Victimology; A Canadian Perspective, Second Edition (Paperback \/ softback) 9781487559700","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eVictimology\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eA Canadian Perspective, Second Edition\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eJo-Anne M. Wemmers (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781487559700\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 21 October 2025\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e352 pages\u003cbr\u003e23.5 x 19.1 x 1.9 cm, 0.62 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eIn 2024, over 2 million Canadians are projected to become victims of violent crime, but most of these incidents will go unreported to the police. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eVictimology\u003c\/em\u003e examines the causes and consequences of victimization for individuals, communities, and society as a whole. Drawing from the latest research, victimologist Jo-Anne M. Wemmers provides a critical yet accessible overview of the field. This new edition incorporates updated legislation and statistics, as well as new frameworks such as intersectionality, trauma-informed law, and transformative justice.\u003cbr\u003eWith a victim-centred approach in a system where victims often remain overlooked and have limited legal rights, \u003cem\u003eVictimology\u003c\/em\u003e emphasizes the importance of justice that extends beyond the criminal prosecution of offenders. By addressing the structural factors that contribute to victimization, the book advocates for accessible and adequate services for victims, provided by both societal and governmental bodies. \u003cbr\u003eEach chapter includes discussion and reflection questions to enhance understanding and engagement. As a fundamental resource for victimology courses in criminology, social work, and sociology departments across Canada, \u003cem\u003eVictimology\u003c\/em\u003e focuses on Canadian law and policy while maintaining a global perspective.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eList of Illustrations\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1. Evolution of the Notion of Crime Victim\u003cbr\u003e2. History of Victimology\u003cbr\u003e3. Victimization Surveys\u003cbr\u003e4. The Impact of Victimization\u003cbr\u003e5. Theoretical Victimology\u003cbr\u003e6. Victims’ Needs and Secondary Victimization \u003cbr\u003e7. Victims’ Rights\u003cbr\u003e8. Victim Assistance\u003cbr\u003e9. Victim Compensation\u003cbr\u003e10. Participation in the Criminal Justice Process \u003cbr\u003e11. Reparative Justice\u003cbr\u003e12. Victim Justice System\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix 1: UN Declaration of Basic Principles of Justice for Victims of Crime and Abuse of Power\u003cbr\u003eAppendix 2: Canadian Victims Bill of Rights\u003cbr\u003eAppendix 3: Victim Compensation Programs across Canada\u003cbr\u003eAppendix 4: Victim Impact Statement\u003cbr\u003eGlossary\u003cbr\u003eReferences\u003cbr\u003eLaws Cited in the Text \u003cbr\u003eIndex\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"University of Toronto Press","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52596009304344,"sku":"9781487559700","price":40.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/victimology-a-canadian-perspective-second-edition-paperback-softback-9781487559700","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}