Crime and Criminology 5e

Crime and Criminology 5e by Rob White

Crime and Criminology 5e analyses the causes of crime, while exploring the major theories and perspectives that attempt to explain criminal behaviour in our society. The fifth edition of this very popular book provides an accessible and engaging introduction to all the major theories and approaches to crime, including classical theory, biological and psychological positivism, strain theory, labelling, Marxism, feminism, new right, left realism, republicanism and critical theory. It encourages students to debate, compare and question different perspectives and theories of criminology. Highlights of this edition: Incorporates discussion of new trends in criminological theory New 'From Theory to Practice' feature offers readers an opportunity to see theory in action, and evaluate the ways in which these theories are employed by criminologists in their analysis of contemporary criminological issues. Comprehensively revised and updated throughout

Rob White is a Professor at the School of Sociology and Social Work, University of Tasmania. Fiona Haines is an Associate Professor in the School of Social and Political Sciences, University of Melbourne Nicole Asquith is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Government, University of Tasmania.

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ISBN 13	9780195518306
ISBN 10	0195518306
Titel	Crime and Criminology 5e
Autor	Rob White
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Bindungsart	Paperback
Verlag	Oxford University Press Australia
Erscheinungsjahr	2012-04-30
Seitenanzahl	304
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