*What impact has feminism had on criminology in various countries around the world?
*Are developments unique in each setting or are there key generalizations to be made?

This is the first book which brings together an international range of contributors who outline and analyse the impact of feminism on criminology in their countries. Feminist perspectives have challenged the very basis of conventional criminology and have profoundly altered the understanding of crimes such as domestic violence and the abuse of children. This book is essential reading for all those interested in new approaches to crime and criminology. It provides a splendid overview, and enables international comparisons to be made, thus encouraging globalization of this field. This is the first multicultural book in the field of criminology.