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Researching Theories of Crime and Deviance

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ISBN-10: 0195340868

ISBN-13: 9780195340860

Edition: 2008

Authors: Charis E. Kubrin, Thomas D. Stucky, Marvin D. Krohn

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This new book from noted criminologists Charis Kubrin, Thomas Stucky and Marvin Krohn is a unique supplement for criminological theory courses, graduate level research methods courses, or seminars that take a close look at the development of criminological theory and/or methods. This book is intended to bridge the gap between theory and research in the study of crime and deviant behavior. There are a number of textbooks that provide excellent summaries of criminological theories. Many of these include critiques of the theories discussing the empirical evidence that has been rendered in support (or not) of those theories. However, empirical evidence is only as good as the research methods…    
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Book details

List price: $94.99
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated
Publication date: 4/2/2008
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 400
Size: 6.10" wide x 9.10" long x 0.90" tall
Weight: 1.364
Language: English

Charis E. Kubrin is Associate Professor of Criminology, Law and Society at the University of California, Irvine and author of many books, including Privileged Places: Race, Residence, and the Structure of Opportunity.

Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Theory
Methods
Summary
Discussion Questions
Rational Choice and Deterrence Theories
Introduction
Intellectual History of Deterrence and Rational Choice Theories
Modern Deterrence and Rational Choice Theories
Routine Activities Theory
Concepts and Measurement Issues
Analytical Issues
Directions for Future Research
Discussion Questions
Trait Theories
Introduction
Intellectual History of Trait Theories
Modern Biosocial Theories
Concepts and Measurement Issues
Analytical Issues
Directions for Future Research
Discussion Questions
Social Disorganization Theory
Introduction
Intellectual History of Social Disorganization Theory
Social Disorganization Theory
Concepts and Measurement Issues
Analytical Issues
Directions for Future Research
Discussion Questions
Anomie and Strain Theories
Introduction
Intellectual History of Anomie and Strain Theories
Modern Anomie and Strain Theories
Concepts and Measurement Issues
Analytical Issues
Directions for Future Research
Discussion Questions
Social Learning Theories
Introduction
Intellectual History of Social Learning Theories
Differential Association Theory
Social Learning Theory
Concepts and Measurement Issues
Analytical Issues
Directions for Future Research
Discussion Questions
Control Theories
Introduction
Intellectual History of Social Control Theory
Social Control Theory
Concepts and Measurement Issues
Analytical Issues
Directions for Future Research
Self-Control Theory
Concepts and Measurement Issues
Analytical Issues
Directions for Future Research
Discussion Questions
Labeling Theory
Introduction
Intellectual History of Labeling Theory
Labeling Theory
Concepts and Measurement Issues
Analytical Issues
Directions for Future Research
Discussion Questions
Conflict Theory
Introduction
Intellectual History of Conflict Theory
Conflict Theory
Concepts and Measurement Issues
Analytical Issues
Directions for Future Research
Discussion Questions
Integrated Theory
Introduction
Intellectual History of Integrated Theory
Integrated Theory
Analytical Issues
Directions for Future Research
Discussion Questions
Conclusion
Common Measurement and Analytical Issues
What Is the Future of Criminological Inquiry?
References
Index