Yvonne Jewkes

11 books

About the Author

Yvonne Jewkes is a distinguished criminologist and Professor of Criminology at the University of Leicester, where she has made significant contributions to the study of media, crime, and punishment. With a career spanning over two decades, her research explores the intersections of media representations, cultural perceptions of criminality, and the societal impacts of incarceration. Jewkes has authored and edited numerous influential texts that bridge academic theory with real-world applications, offering critical insights into how media shapes public understanding of crime. Her work emphasizes the human elements within penal systems, advocating for reforms that foster hope and rehabilitation. Beyond academia, she engages in public discourse on criminal justice issues, influencing policy and education globally.

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Architecture criminology Law Media Studies Philosophy Reference Social Science Social Sciences Sociology Technology

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scholarly insightful interdisciplinary