| Edition |
Seventh edition. |
| Description |
xxii, 436 pages ; 24 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 325-406) and indexes. |
| Contents |
Introduction to criminological theory -- Deterrence and rational choice theories -- Biological and psychological theories -- Social learning theory -- Social bonding and control theories -- Labeling and reintegrative shaming theory -- Social disorganization theory -- Anomie, and strain theories -- Conflict theory -- Marxist theories -- Radical and critical theories -- Feminist theories -- Developmental and life-course theories -- Integrating criminological theories. |
| Summary |
" With a focus on empirical evaluation and practical application, Criminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application, Seventh Edition, helps students draw connections between criminological theory and practical applications. In clear, engaging language, authors Ronald L. Akers, Christine S. Sellers, and Wesley G. Jennings explore each principal criminological theory <strong>using a three-part analysis:</strong> An <strong>Introduction</strong> presents a succinct exposition of the theory's central concepts, assertions, and hypotheses An <strong>Evaluation</strong> provides a detailed critique of the theory, with an emphasis on empirical validity An <strong>Application</strong> extends the evaluation to determine each theory's relevance and its potential for controlling and preventing crime and delinquency "-- Provided by publisher. |
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"In the Seventh Edition of Criminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application , Ronald L. Akers, Christine S. Sellers and Wesley G. Jennings provide a concise but thorough review and appraisal of the leading theories of crime and criminal justice. Based on the widespread success of the first six 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 psychological, social learning, social bonding and self-control, labeling, anomie and strain, and feminist theories. The Seventh Edition also features a new chapter on Devleopmental and Life-Course Theories"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Subject |
Criminology.
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Criminology. |
| Added Author |
Sellers, Christine Sharon, author.
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Jennings, Wesley G., author.
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| ISBN |
0190455160 (paperback) |
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9780190455163 (paperback) |
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9780190620059 (e-Book) |
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