Criminology of Boxing, Violence and Desistance

Name: Criminology of Boxing, Violence and Desistance
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«''Deborah Jump presents unique insights that challenge previous thinking on the transformational potential of boxing for violent men. This is a first-rate book; a must-read for anyone interested in life-course criminology, gender, sport and criminal desistance.'' Ross Deuchar, University of the West of Scotland»

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Can the boxing gym be recognised as an effective space for supporting desistance?
Exploring the psychosocial manifestations of boxing, this enlightening study explores the extent to which this sport can defuse violent attitudes among young.
Jump reviews conflicting evidence to offer a nuanced understanding of boxing, masculinity and desistance, revealing important implications for contemporary youth policy and practice.

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Forlag: Bristol University Press
Innbinding: Innbundet
Språk: Engelsk
Sider: 220
ISBN: 9781529203240
Utgivelsesår: 2020
Format: 23 x 16 cm

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«''Deborah Jump presents unique insights that challenge previous thinking on the transformational potential of boxing for violent men. This is a first-rate book; a must-read for anyone interested in life-course criminology, gender, sport and criminal desistance.'' Ross Deuchar, University of the West of Scotland»

«''This book has some great stories from the inside. Jump offers a detailed critique and makes the case for changing masculinities and transformations in the dynamic relationship between boxing and criminal behaviour.'' Kath Woodward, The Open University»