Original research and essays collected here offer insight on improving the conduct and use of analysis for crime prevention. Contributions on pure research and practice identify general crime patterns, apply research in practical settings, explore the use of past research, and consider the relationship between research, policy, and practice. Specific topics include forecasting the future of predictive crime mapping, reducing theft at construction sites, and methodological issues in working with policy advisors and practitioners. There is no subject index. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
