Criminological Theory: A Brief Introduction - Couverture souple

Miller, J. Mitchell; Schreck, Christopher J.; Tewksbury, Richard

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0205389031 ISBN 13 : 9780205389032

Editeur : Pearson, 2005

Synopsis

This introductory primer on criminological theory provides an accessible discussion of the major theories of crime, delinquency, social deviance, and social control with an objective and neutral approach.

 

The various theories are covered in a systematic fashion. After providing a straightforward explanation of each theory's fundamental assumptions and concepts, along with exampling narrative drawn from both real-world current events and fictitious scenarios, major criticisms are addressed. The implications of each theory for criminal and juvenile justice strategies and policy (e.g., deterrence vs. rehabilitation, crime prevention, crime prediction) are also considered.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

This introductory primer on criminological theory provides an accessible discussion of the major theories of crime, delinquency, social deviance, and social control with an objective and neutral approach.

 

The various theories are covered in a systematic fashion. After providing a straightforward explanation of each theory's fundamental assumptions and concepts, along with exampling narrative drawn from both real-world current events and fictitious scenarios, major criticisms are addressed. The implications of each theory for criminal and juvenile justice strategies and policy (e.g., deterrence vs. rehabilitation, crime prevention, crime prediction) are also considered.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Pearson
• Date d'édition: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0205389031
• ISBN 13: 9780205389032
• Reliure: Broché
• Langue: anglais
• Nombre de pages: 208
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible