Boxman
A Professional Thief's Journey
by
Book Details
Language :
English
Publication Date :
7/1/2004
Format :
Softcover
Dimensions :
5.5x8.5
Page Count :
160
ISBN :
9780595322428
About the Book
From stealing bikes at the age of ten to cracking safes in banks and supermarkets, Harry King's life was lived in the criminal underworld. His understanding and insights into this world give us unique insights into the making of a professional thief and the world he inhabits.
About the Author
William J. Chambliss is a writer and Professor of Sociology at the George Washington University. He is past president of the American Society of Criminology and the Society for the Study of Social Problems. His awards for writing include the Sutherland and the Lifetime Achievement Award.