The Professional Thief

by Edwin H. Sutherland

Book Overview

This monograph by a professional thief-with the aid of Edwin H. Sutherland's expert comments and analyses-is a revealing sociological document that goes far to explain the genesis, development, and patterns of criminal behavior. "Chic Conwell," as the author was known in the underworld, gives a candid and forthright account of the highly organized society in which the professional thief lives. He tells how he learned to steal, survive, succeed, and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0226780511
• ISBN13: 9780226780511
• Release Date: September 1988
• Publisher: University of Chicago Press
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.9" x 8.7"