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Criminological Theory

The Essentials
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Criminological Theory: The Essentials, Fourth Edition is a brief yet comprehensive overview of the major concepts and perspectives of the key theories in the evolution of criminology. The new edition has been thoroughly updated with the latest theoretical extensions and empirical research, with links made to specific theories and recent events.
Chapter 1. Introduction to the Book: An Overview of Issues in Criminological Theory Chapter 2. Preclassical and Classical Theories of Crime Chapter 3. Modern Applications of the Classical Perspective: Deterrence, Rational Choice, and Routine Activities or Lifestyle Theories of Crime Chapter 4. Early Positive School Perspectives of Criminality Chapter 5. Modern Biosocial Perspectives of Criminal Behavior Chapter 6. Early Social Structure and Strain Theories of Crime Chapter 7. The Chicago School and Cultural and Subcultural Theories of Crime Chapter 8. Social Process and Learning Theories of Crime Chapter 9. Social Reaction and Critical Models of Crime Chapter 10. Feminist Models of Crime Chapter 11. Life-Course Perspectives of Criminality Chapter 12. Integrated Theoretical Models and New Perspectives of Crime
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