Focusing on police corruption, this book examines four country case studies, providing in-depth insights relevant to corruption studies, criminology, police studies, and security. It serves as a valuable resource for students, researchers, and practitioners in anti-corruption and law enforcement fields, highlighting the complexities and challenges faced in tackling corruption within police forces.
Corruption one of the biggest issues facing the contemporary international community. In this Very Short Introduction, Leslie Holmes explores the problem - how it is defined, the impact it has on society, politics, and the economy, its various causes - and considers how we might deal with it globally.
The collapse of communism was one of the most defining moments of the twentieth century. This Very Short Introduction examines the history behind the political, economic, and social structures of communism as an ideology.
The book delves into the rise of official corruption in post-communist states since the 1990s, highlighting its impact on foreign investment. Leslie Holmes focuses on Bulgaria, Hungary, Poland, Russia, and China, illustrating how economic liberalization in China mirrors post-communist corruption. By comparing these nations, the author examines how factors like size, religion, ethnicity, and economic strategies influence the prevalence and nature of corruption, offering insights into a complex global issue.
Account of the collapse of the communist-ruled states. Analyses the nature of the legitimation crisis that developed following the failure of the economic reforms of the 1960s and 1970s, and considers the role of official corruption and anti-corruption campaigns. Includes a bibliography and an index. The author is Professor of Political Science at the University of Melbourne.