{"product_id":"new-perspectives-on-arson-and-firesetting-hardback","title":"New Perspectives on Arson and Firesetting - Hardback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNew Perspectives on Arson and Firesetting: The Human-Fire Relationship\u003c\/em\u003e is the first forensic text to move away from a sole focus on anti-social firesetting. The author presents a broader investigation of the role of fire in human life with a view to informing research and practice. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book examines the evolutionary, psychological and social significance of fire. Drawing on interdisciplinary literature and original research data, it challenges the existing understanding of arson and firesetting. A new concept – fire use – is introduced, which is conceptualised as sitting on a continuum from non-criminalised to criminalised behavior. The author combines her experience as a practitioner forensic psychologist with her own research to consider the practical application of an alternative perspective. This includes a particular focus on the assessment and treatment of fire setters and a call for a socially informed approach to prevention. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe forensic scope, applied focus, and emphasis on the importance of interdisciplinary research and practice makes \u003ci\u003eNew Perspectives on Arson and Firesetting\u003c\/i\u003e essential reading for students in fields such as anthropology, sociology, criminology, and psychology, as well as interdisciplinary scholars, forensic practitioners, and allied professionals. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe author is donating her royalties in full to Pancreatic Cancer UK.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45575554236654,"sku":"9780367407100","price":201.6,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/bookland.com.au\/products\/new-perspectives-on-arson-and-firesetting-hardback","provider":"Book Land AU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}