Theoretical Criminology

Name: Theoretical Criminology
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ISBN: 9780195142020

ISBN-10: 0195142020

ISBN-13: 9780195142020

Edition: 5th 2001 (Revised)

Authors: George B. Vold, Thomas J. Bernard, Jeffrey B. Snipes

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The fifth edition of Theoretical Criminology, the standard text in its field, has been extensively revised and completely updated. It includes new sections on causation in scientific theories, Sampson's theory of collective efficacy, and Anderson's "code of the street." A new chapter on Contemporary Classicism includes sections on deterrence theory and research, routine activities theory, and rational choice theory. Also included is a new chapter that examines the role of gender in criminology theories, covering feminist criminology and theories of masculinity and crime. Each theory is presented accurately and comprehensively within its historical context. Relevant empirical research is…

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List price: $79.95
Edition: 5th
Copyright year: 2001
Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated
Publication date: 12/6/2001
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 352
Size: 9.41" wide x 6.10" long x 0.91" tall
Weight: 1.386
Language: English




Theory and Crime



Classical and Positivist Criminology



Biological Factors and Criminal Behavior



Psychological Factors and Criminal Behavior



Crime and Economic Conditions



Durkheim, Anomie, and Modernization



Neighborhoods and Crime



Strain Theories



Learning Theories



Control Theories



Contemporary Classicism: Deterrence, Routine Activities, and Rational Choice



The Meaning of Crime



Conflict Criminology



Marxist and Postmodern Criminology



Gender and Crime



Age and Crime



Integrated Theories



Assessing Criminology Theories


Index