Consumer Fraud: A Reference Handbook (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780874369915)

Consumer Fraud examines and places in historical and contemporary context the subject of consumer fraud. Issues such as telemarketing fraud, consumer awareness, and truth in advertising are explored as well as the social implications and the impact consumer fraud has had on our lives.

In one compact volume, readers will find an informative introduction, a chronology of significant milestones related to consumer fraud, facts and statistics, a collection of biographical sketches, a directory of organizations, and a listing of print and nonprint resources, including Internet coverage. Rounded out by a comprehensive index, this handbook is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a one-stop reference work on consumer fraud.

Author: Lee E. Norrgard,Julia M. Norrgard
ISBN-10: 0874369916
ISBN-13: 9780874369915
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Language: English
Published: 12/15/1998
Pages: 352
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.48lbs
Size: 9.20h x 6.28w x 1.14d

Review Citation(s):
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2000 pg. 73
Rec Ref Bks for Small/Med Libr 01/01/2000 pg. 38
Booklist 03/01/1999