Gardner’s CRIMINAL LAW, 13th Edition provides a comprehensive and accessible exploration of substantive criminal law, a staple resource for students for over three decades. Authored by Thomas Gardner and featuring contributions from Anderson, this edition published by Cengage Learning on January 1, 2017, adopts a reader-friendly, narrative approach. It focuses on explaining the core components of criminal law with fewer lengthy case excerpts, ensuring an understanding of legal terminology without overwhelming the reader. The text delves into current issues and principles shaping American criminal justice, blending contemporary concerns and case studies with an approachable writing style and a robust study system designed to build practical knowledge of intricate legal concepts. This edition carries ISBN-10: 1305966368 and ISBN-13: 978-1305966369.