Women in Blue: 16 Brave Officers, Forensics Experts, Police Chiefs, and More (16) (Women of Action)

by Cheryl Mullenbach

Hardcover, 2016

Library's review

This collection of riveting biographies traces the evolution of women in policing, with stories of trailblazers from the past along with today’s dedicated officers, chiefs, FBI agents, and forensics experts. Resources, Notes, Bibliography, and Index.

Publication

Chicago Review Press (2016), 240 pages

Description

Balancing deeply researched stories of trailblazers from the past with those of contemporary women, Women in Blue serves as both a historical reference and a career exploration resource. Original interviews reveal details of life on the job for various law enforcement positions, as well as practical advice from these remarkable women in the trenches. Packed with photos, sidebars on related topics, excerpts from primary sources, and including a bibliography, source notes, and more!

Language

Original language

English

Pages

240

Physical description

240 p.; 8.5 inches

ISBN

1613734220 / 9781613734223

DDC/MDS

363.2092
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