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Criminological Theory
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The authoritative resource for concise, chronological coverage of all the major sociological criminological theories
This book provides all of the key principles of the most researched theories in the field of criminology in a concise, clearly written, and economical format. For over 30 years Williams and McShane’s Criminological Theory has been one of the most well-respected resources for undergraduate and graduate students nationwide, much appreciated for its strong research orientation and detailed research bibliographies that show the relationship between theory, research, and policy. Chapters are logically arranged with the social, cultural, and political context necessary to maximize understanding of the times that generated and supported the various theories presented. The book provides a chronological map tracing the development of each theory in relation to its predecessors and its role in the evolution of future theories. Each chapter ties into the preceding and subsequent chapter, making the theories that are meaningful to criminology today more cohesive. As a result, by understanding the relationship between early and present theory, students see the role played by the theorist more realistically, and can see themselves participating in theory as others before them have done.
The authoritative resource for concise, chronological coverage of all the major sociological criminological theories
This book provides all of the key principles of the most researched theories in the field of criminology in a concise, clearly written, and economical format. For over 30 years Williams and McShane’s Criminological Theory has been one of the most well-respected resources for undergraduate and graduate students nationwide, much appreciated for its strong research orientation and detailed research bibliographies that show the relationship between theory, research, and policy. Chapters are logically arranged with the social, cultural, and political context necessary to maximize understanding of the times that generated and supported the various theories presented. The book provides a chronological map tracing the development of each theory in relation to its predecessors and its role in the evolution of future theories. Each chapter ties into the preceding and subsequent chapter, making the theories that are meaningful to criminology today more cohesive. As a result, by understanding the relationship between early and present theory, students see the role played by the theorist more realistically, and can see themselves participating in theory as others before them have done.
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First published January 1, 1988
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January 16, 2021
Ideale per chi cerca una visione d’insieme sulle varie teorie criminologiche. Ottimi i consigli di approfondimento. Peccato per la traduzione, piuttosto scarsa: in alcuni brani sembra fatta con Google Translate.
September 28, 2016
Used years ago (about 2007) as class text book. Found it easy to use & informative.
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February 21, 2008I'm reading this one for the Criminology class. I'm actually finding it fascinating!
March 30, 2008
This book covers just about every theory out there and is perfect for students in a hurry. The tradeback binding makes it easy to stick in a back pocket and run to a class you're already late for.
July 1, 2008
It's amazing what people can think about how other people think about how to act.
December 16, 2012
I read this for school it was useful.
February 6, 2024
Good for criminology studies but hella boring.
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