Intimate Partner Violence - by Laura Elizabeth (Paperback)

About the Book

"While no act of scholarship can undo the abuse other survivors have endured, there is tremendous healing in confronting the reasons why domestic violence is still such a pressing social issue. This book helps readers to objectively assess how far we have come, and how far we have yet to go"--

Book Synopsis

Victimologist Laura Elizabeth combines academic research with case studies to examine domestic violence from every angle. From basic definitions to laws, services, and intervention strategies, this textbook guides students through the scholarship with real life experiences to objectively assess how far we have come and how far we have to go.

Review Quotes

This book provides a comprehensive and deeply engaging exploration of intimate partner violence (IPV), blending personal narratives with rigorous academic research to illuminate the complexities of IPV. It is structured to facilitate understanding and critical engagement, making it an excellent resource for college courses in sociology, criminology, and related fields. The unique combination of scholarly depth and accessible writing makes it a valuable tool for both educating students and fostering a deeper societal understanding of IPV.

This work discusses intimate partner violence (IPV) in an effective way through personal narrative, data, theory, and vignettes. It provides a thorough, balanced, and extensive examination of IPV.

About the Author

Laura Elizabeth, PhD, most recently served as Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at Methodist University in Fayetteville, North Carolina. She completed her undergraduate work at Duke University, and her master's and Ph.D. at Virginia Commonwealth University before embarking on her academic career. Her research focus is intimate partner violence, and this is her first textbook on the topic. She invites readers to contact her for further questions and discussion on the issue of IPV.