Schools, Neighborhoods and Violence is that rare product of excellent theory, insightful evidence, and methodological sophistication combined by a flowing and accessible writing style. Gouvis Roman's book should be required reading among academics, students, practitioners and policy-makers in the fields of crime analysis and crime control, the geography of crime, and criminology.

Graham Farrell, Midlands Centre for Criminology and Criminal Justice, Loughborough University

This book provides a thorough analysis of important theoretical concepts surrounding social disorganization, opportunity, and place. Dr. Gouvis Roman's focus on schools and use of innovative statistical techniques contribute significantly to our understanding of crime and the environment in which it occurs.

Rachel Boba, Florida Atlantic University