Key Perspectives in Criminology

Häftad, Engelska, 2009

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Beskrivning

This book is an invaluable reference for those new to the field of criminology, who are looking for a clear outline of the major perspectives and traditions found in criminology.

The author has outlined the ideas, concepts and traditions of the key theoretical perspectives that drive contemporary debate. Topics discussed include:

Anomie theory
Classical criminology
Critical criminology
Labelling theory
Positivism
Post-modernism
Subcultural theory

Key Perspectives in Criminology is not simply a dictionary of criminology, but a welcome introduction for those with a genuine interest in the terms, concepts, themes and debates in the field.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2009-06-16
Mått:153 x 230 x 10 mm
Vikt:275 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:184
Förlag:McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN:9780335229147

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John Tierney is Senior Lecturer in the School of Applied Social Sciences at Durham University, UK. His research interests include criminological theory and its historical development, and alcohol consumption, crime and disorder.

Innehållsförteckning

ContentsIntroductionAbolitionismAdministrative CriminologyAnomie TheoryChicago SchoolClassical CriminologyControl TheoryCrime/DevianceCritical CriminologyCultural CriminologyFeminismLabelling TheoryLeft RealismMasculinitiesPositivismPostmodernismRight RealismSubcultural TheoryReferences