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In response to recognition in the late 1960s and early 1970s that traditional incarceration was not working, alternatives to standard prison settings were sought and developed. One of those alternatives--community-based corrections--had been conceived in the 1950s as a system that might prove more progressive, humane, and effective, particularly with people who had committed less serious criminal offenses and for whom incarceration, with constant exposure to serious offenders and career criminals, might prove more damaging than rehabilitative. The alternative of community corrections has evolved to become a substantial part of the criminal justice and correctional system, spurred in recent years not so much by a progressive, humane philosophy as by dramatically increasing prison populations, court orders to "fix" overextended prison settings, and an economic search for cost savings. Although community correction programs have been in place for some 40 years now, to date no comprehensive reference resource has tackled this topic. Accessible and jargon-free and available in both print and electronic formats, the one-volume Encyclopedia of Community Corrections will explore all aspects of community corrections, from its philosophical foundation to its current inception. Features & Benefits: 150 signed entries (each with Cross References and Further Readings) are organized in A-to-Z fashion to give students easy access to the full range of topics in community corrections. A thematic Reader′s Guide in the front matter groups entries by broad topical or thematic areas to make it easy for users to find related entries at a glance. In the electronic version, the Reader′s Guide combines with a detailed Index and the Cross References to provide users with convenient search-and-browse capacities. A Chronology in the back matter helps students put individual events into broader historical context. A Glossary provides students with concise definitions to key terms in the field. A Resource Guide to classic books, journals, and web sites (along with the Further Readings accompanying each entry) guides students to further resources in their research journeys. An Appendix offers statistics from the Bureau of Justice.

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Library Journal Review

The stated purpose of this book is to educate students and teachers about the benefits of community corrections-meaning alternatives to incarceration-for offenders. Barton-Bellessa (criminology and criminal justice, Indiana State Univ.; Community-Based Corrections) and an impressive array of academics explain, in alphabetically arranged entrries ("Case Management," "Victim Impact Statements," "Juvenile Aftercare") how these programs can be more effective than traditional methods of punishment and allow the offender to remain a viable part of the community. This assertion is particularly persuasive in the discussions regarding problems related to incarceration, including contentious relationships with family members, reentry into the community, and loss of parental rights. VERDICT For those with little or no knowledge of this type of service, this title outlines some intriguing viewpoints.-Christine Sharbrough, Derry P.L., NH (c) Copyright 2012. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

CHOICE Review

Dramatically increased prison populations, alongside decreased public budgets, have resulted in community corrections, an incarceration alternative, playing a large part in the current correctional system's landscape. Unique in its subject matter, this encyclopedia comprises 150 signed entries, organized alphabetically, with individual bibliographies. It covers the history, theory, and philosophy of community corrections as well as practical matters such as classification and risk assessment, probation and parole, treatment, and intermediate sanctions. A thematic "Reader's Guide" brings individual entries together under broad topics, and a detailed index gives more granular access to the work. A chronology brings into focus the historical foundations and current events in the community corrections' time line, and a resource guide lists important books, journals, and websites. A separate appendix references several vital websites with editorial commentary on each. The photographs and illustrations in the encyclopedia are a weak point and seem to be inserted more to break up the text on the page than to serve a necessary illustrative function. Fashions and hairstyles in the photographs often appear dated and create a jarring note in an otherwise current text. Summing Up: Recommended. Lower-level undergraduates and above. M. Sylvia St. Mary's University

Booklist Review

As noted in the introduction, there were 1.6 million people incarcerated in the U.S., with an additional 5.6 million under community supervision, in 2009. As the government continues to deal with dwindling resources, the use of community-based alternatives has become a necessity. The nearly 200 signed entries in this unique, comprehensive resource on alternatives to incarceration will be helpful to practitioners, students, researchers, and general readers. Covering the wide range of sanction possibilities in their historical development, philosophical underpinnings, innovative approaches, and risk factors, the 100 contributors from a wide range of institutions and nations are objective and cautious in outlining what works, detailing advantages and shortcomings, and noting where more research is needed in experimental approaches. The editor teaches criminology and criminal justice and has researched and written previously in the area. The chronology begins in 1789 and concludes with a U.S. Supreme Court hearing in March 2012. The clearly written A-Z entries are solid, balanced, and of sufficient length to explain the concept, approach, or individual. See also references and an excellent list of further reading at each entry (and at the end) steer the reader to books, journals, and websites. The latest U.S. and UK research and surveys are included. The black-and-white captioned photos scattered throughout are rather generic and do not add much to the text. A glossary, resource guide, appendix of essays from key websites, and an accurate index complete this work. Highly recommended for most public and academic libraries, this is essential for special and academic libraries with criminal-justice programs.--Meyers, Arthur Copyright 2010 Booklist

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Shannon M. Barton-Bellessa is a professor of criminology and criminal justice at Indiana State University. She earned her undergraduate degree from Kentucky Wesleyan College, her master′s degree from Eastern Kentucky University, and her PhD from the University of Cincinnati. Her journal publications have been in the area of community corrections, correctional officer job satisfaction, cognitive programming, and the juvenile justice system.