A History Of Police In England

von W. L. Melville Lee

436 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""A History Of Police In England"" by W. L. Melville Lee is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of policing in England, from the earliest forms of law enforcement through to modern-day practices. The book delves into the social, political, and economic factors that influenced the development of policing in England, including the rise of industrialization, the growth of urban centers, and the emergence of new forms of crime. Lee examines the role of different police forces throughout history, from the Bow Street Runners to the Metropolitan Police, and analyzes the impact of key events such as the Peterloo Massacre and the Jack the Ripper murders on policing practices. The book also explores the challenges faced by police officers, including corruption, public distrust, and the need to balance the rights of individuals with the maintenance of law and order. Overall, ""A History Of Police In England"" provides a fascinating insight into the history of policing and its ongoing significance in contemporary society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Amerikanische Geschichte
• ISBN: 9781432552749
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 10.04.2007
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC