Citation

Fox JA. Homicide Stud. 1998; 2(3): 232-240.

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(Copyright © 1998, SAGE Publishing)

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Abstract

Marvin E. Wolfgang, a giant in the field of violence research, died in Philadelphia on April 12, 1998. His pioneering work in the study of homicide continues to be a model for investigators. In the following pages, four scholars who were influenced by Wolfgang contribute brief remembrances of his effect on their work and on their lives. They exemplify the wide range and comprehensiveness of Wolfgang's importance to the field. For James Alan Fox, Wolfgang was his teacher and dissertation supervisor. For Margaret Zahn, Wolfgang was a mentor and colleague during her years in Philadelphia. Although Carolyn Rebecca Block and Richard Block did not have Jamie's and Margaret's close personal relationship with Wolfgang, they are symbolic of the many who have learned from his research and writings. The Blocks end with a history and acknowledgment of the essential role Wolfgang played in the creation of the Homicide Research Working Group.