This text provides an overview of the field of victimology. The author examines emerging areas in the field, such as the consequences of victimization and empowering victims. The text includes both traditional and modern approaches to victim's issues and concentrates on issues affecting both victims and victim service providers.

Unique coverage includes the financial impact of crime and the extensive coverage of global issues. The author presents an overview of some complex and controversial subjects, and supplies the reader with the resources for more in-depth study and research.