Gangs / by Hal Marcovitz.

Author/creator Marcovitz, Hal
Format Book
Publication InfoEdina, Minn. : ABDO Pub., ©2010.
Description112 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Subjects

SeriesEssential issues
Essential issues. ^A1063205
Contents Two gang members -- A history of gangs -- Gang networks -- Why young people join gangs -- Gangs and crime -- Gangs outside big cities-- The consequences of gangs -- Communities take action -- Life after a gang.
Abstract Discusses the historical background of gangs, the formation of gangs in both urban and rural areas, violent gang rivalry, and well as law enforcement related to gang activity.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 102, 106-109) and index.
LCCN 2009029862
ISBN9781604539547
ISBN1604539542

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner TRC Nonfiction 364.106 M3339G ✔ Available Place Hold