Criminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application
Ronald L. Akers (Professor Emeritus in the Department f Sociology and Criminology & Law, Professor Emeritus in the Department f Sociology and Criminology & Law, University of Florida),Christine S. Sellers (Professor and Director of the School of Criminal Justice, Professor and Director of the School of Criminal Justice, Texas State University),Wesley G. Jennings (Chair and Professor of Legal Studies, Chair and Professor of Legal Studies, University of Mississippi)
Criminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application
Ronald L. Akers (Professor Emeritus in the Department f Sociology and Criminology & Law, Professor Emeritus in the Department f Sociology and Criminology & Law, University of Florida),Christine S. Sellers (Professor and Director of the School of Criminal Justice, Professor and Director of the School of Criminal Justice, Texas State University),Wesley G. Jennings (Chair and Professor of Legal Studies, Chair and Professor of Legal Studies, University of Mississippi)
A concise yet comprehensive review and appraisal of the leading theories of crimeCriminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application, eighth edition, provides a concise but thorough review and appraisal of the leading theories of crime and criminal justice. Based on the widespread success of the first seven editions, this landmark book keeps current with changes in the development, testing, integration, and application of important criminological theories. Each chapter has been updated and substantially revised in light of recent research and important changes in the theories. More extensive revision and updating have been done on deterrence, rational choice, Integrating, biosocial, life course and feminist theories.NEW TO THIS EDITIONAll chapters have been thoroughly revised and updatedSeveral chapters include new discussions of theoretically-informed, evidence-based programs and policies and related evaluations testing their effectivenessChapter 10: Conflict Theory has been expanded with an in-depth focus on racial disparity and bias in criminal justice decision-making.This title is available as an eBook. Visit VitalSource for more information or to purchase.
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