Criminal Man, According to the Classification of Cesare Lombroso - Couverture souple

Gina Lombroso

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9371326913 ISBN 13 : 9789371326919

Editeur : Zinc Read, 2025

Synopsis

"Criminal Man, According to the Classification of Cesare Lombroso" is a seminal work that explores the biological and psychological traits of criminals. Authored by Cesare Lombroso and his daughter Gina Lombroso, the book presents a controversial theory that criminal behavior is inherited and can be identified through physical characteristics. Lombroso's research was groundbreaking for its time, as it sought to apply scientific methods to the study of crime, suggesting that certain individuals are predisposed to criminality based on their biological makeup and social environment. The book delves into various classifications of criminals, categorizing them based on their physical features, mental state, and social conditions. Lombroso's theories sparked significant debate and criticism, influencing the fields of criminology and psychology. While many of his ideas have been discredited, the work remains a critical historical document that highlights the early attempts to understand the complexities of criminal behavior. It serves as a foundation for later studies in the nature versus nurture debate regarding crime.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Zinc Read
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9371326913
• ISBN 13: 9789371326919
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 181
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