Penguin 1st Edition, published 1953.
In the early 20th century, law enforcement in the United Kingdom clung to many of the legacies of its Victorian origins. However, by 1950, British police forces had earned a reputation as some of the world’s best. Anthony Martienssen carried out a thorough study of numerous police forces in Britain to answer such questions. He provides insight into the day-to-day activities of police officers and how they were trained before they went on the beat. Through in-depth case histories of crimes he explains how the specialized work of the Criminal Investigation Department and Scotland Yard functions.
Crime and the Police is a remarkable study of mid-twentieth century policing. There are few other books that explain so well about how modern law enforcement developed and it should be essential reading for all interested in the history of the police or even for those who enjoy settling down to watch Inspector Morse and pondering the intricacies of detective work.
Condition grading: Good. Minor corner curling to front cover. Light crease to bottom left rear cover corner. Light creasing to spine. Binding tight. The photographs form part of the description.
Penguin 1st Edition, published 1953.
In the early 20th century, law enforcement in the United Kingdom clung to many of the legacies of its Victorian origins. However, by 1950, British police forces had earned a reputation as some of the world’s best. Anthony Martienssen carried out a thorough study of numerous police forces in Britain to answer such questions. He provides insight into the day-to-day activities of police officers and how they were trained before they went on the beat. Through in-depth case histories of crimes he explains how the specialized work of the Criminal Investigation Department and Scotland Yard functions.
Crime and the Police is a remarkable study of mid-twentieth century policing. There are few other books that explain so well about how modern law enforcement developed and it should be essential reading for all interested in the history of the police or even for those who enjoy settling down to watch Inspector Morse and pondering the intricacies of detective work.
Condition grading: Good. Minor corner curling to front cover. Light crease to bottom left rear cover corner. Light creasing to spine. Binding tight. The photographs form part of the description.
