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Teen Gangs: A Global View

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Teen gangs are a hot issue in the United States. This volume shows the international scope of the phenomenon today. Gang activity in 14 countries, including the United States, is discussed within the larger framework of social and economic conditions. Each chapter explains the nature of the gang activity in that country; touches on the causes, such as poverty, marginalization, and self-i... More
Book Information
PublisherGreenwood Publishing Group
BindingHardcover (3 editions)
Reading LevelUncategorized
# of Pages248
ISBN-100313321507
ISBN-13978-0313321504
Publication Date03/30/2004
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About Maureen P. Duffy (Editor) : Maureen P. Duffy is a published editor. Published credits of Maureen P. Duffy include Teen Gangs: A Global View (A World View of Social Issues), Teen Gangs: A Global View (A World View of Social Issue... more
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About Scott Edward Gillig (Editor) : Scott Edward Gillig is a published editor. Published credits of Scott Edward Gillig include Teen Gangs: A Global View (A World View of Social Issues), Teen Gangs: A Global View (A World View of Social... more
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