{"product_id":"the-fence","title":"The Fence","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis book is based on the experiences of a dealer in stolen goods (alias Sam Goodman)  whose history serves as a model for understanding the role that fences play in todays society. In his straightforward and colorful analysis of underground life  Steffensmeier analyzes how a fence initiates and sustains relationships with thieves  customers  and other fences  how he sets and negotiates prices  the profits he enjoys  the skills required for his job  and the meaning and rewards of fencing. The author relates the circumstances leading to Sams fall-his eventual arrest and conviction for receiving stolen property. His field interviews are supplemented with court records and newspaper accounts  interviews of thieves and customers who had contact with Sam  several other fences  and law enforcement officials. In addition to documenting the lifestyle of a fascinating criminal life  the author shows how crime is intricately woven into the fabric of society  in which thieves and fences share many similarities in skills and behavior with those of legitimate businessmen. Sociologists  criminologists  law enforcement officers  and public policy makers will find this book an enlightening and engaging portrayal of the criminal career.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44960913293365,"sku":"ByrdShop_0847674959","price":51.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780847674954.jpg?v=1770393338","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-fence","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}