Criminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application Paperback – 3 August 2016

by Akers (Author), Sellars (Author), Jennings (Author)

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With a focus on empirical evaluation and practical application, Criminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application, seventh edition, helps students draw connections between criminological theory and practical applications. In clear, engaging language, authors Akers, Sellers, and Jennings explore each principal criminological theory using a three-part analysis:The Introduction presents a succinct exposition of the theory's central concepts, assertions, and hypothesesThe Evaluation provides a detailed critique of the theory, with an emphasis on empirical validityThe Application extends the evaluation to determine each theory's relevance and its potential for controlling and preventing crime and delinquency.New to this EditionA new chapter: Developmental and Life-Course Theories (Chapter 14)Substantial updates to Chapter 2. Deterrence and Rational Choice Theories and Chapter 15. Integrating Criminological TheoriesIncreased coverage of Biosocial Theories (Chapter 3)This title is available as an eBook. Please contact your Learning Resource Consultant for more information.

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0190455160
ISBN-13

978-0190455163
Edition

7th
Publisher

Oxford University Press USA
Publication date

3 August 2016
Language

English
Dimensions

12.7 x 1.91 x 22.86 cm
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464 pages
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"Criminological Theories, Seventh Edition, is an excellent, comprehensive textbook with good examples and succinct summaries. It's a tour de force of theory textbooks."--Liena Gurevich, Hofstra University"This is the most informative criminological theory text I've come across."--Brianna Remster, Villanova University"This book is extremely well written. The authors do a very good job of conveying complex information in a straightforward manner."--Robert Worley, Lamar University

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"Criminological Theories, Seventh Edition, is an excellent, comprehensive textbook with good examples and succinct summaries. It's a tour de force of theory textbooks."--Liena Gurevich, Hofstra University"This is the most informative criminological theory text I've come across."--Brianna Remster, Villanova University"This book is extremely well written. The authors do a very good job of conveying complex information in a straightforward manner."--Robert Worley, Lamar University

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Oxford University Press USA; 7th edition (3 August 2016)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 464 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0190455160
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0190455163
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 12.7 x 1.91 x 22.86 cm

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It’s a book about ethics and research of criminology

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I wish that it was offered digitally so that o could easily look up certain terms, however, I’m grateful for the previous users highlighting the significant points of the chapters.

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 3 November 2016

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The book is well written, is very useful for learning criminology theories. It is suitable for both undergraduate and postgraduate.

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Great book

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Such a great, comprehensive review of many different criminology theories. I would definitely recommend to any student/professor/anyone looking to better organize the theories of the field!

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