Criminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application

By Christine S. Sellers, Ronald L. Akers, Wesley G Jennings, et al.

Book Overview

In the Fourth Edition of Criminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application , Ronald L. Akers and new coauthor Christine S. Sellers provide a concise but thorough review and appraisal of the leading theories of crime and criminal justice. Based on the widespread success of the first three editions, this landmark book has been updated and revised to keep current with changes in the development, testing, integration, and application of important criminological theories. The Fourth Edition continues its focus on evaluating the principal criminological theories, chiefly on the basis of their empirical validity as demonstrated through relevant research. The Fourth Edition also enhances the review and empirical evaluation of classic and contemporary applications of each theory that were incorporated into the Third Edition. Each chapter has been revised and updated to reflect developments in theory, research, and applications. There are now separate chapters on Biological Theories and Psychological Theories. Among the many theoretical and applied issues that are introduced, updated, reorganized, and/or expanded are: * Assessing the Quality of Research * Theory and Ideology * Peer Groups and Influences * Religious Factors * Life Course Criminology * Behavioral Genetics and Evolutionary Theory * Restorative Justice * Masculinities * Institutional-Anomie Theory

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0195330242
• ISBN13: 9780195330243
• Release Date: August 2003
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 354 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 5.9" x 0.8" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Highly recommended.

This book is extremely good at explaining all the theories of criminology in a practical and applicable manner. I highly recommend it and purchased a second copy for my office. I use it as a reference very regularly.

a book for all criminology enthusiasts

Criminological theories is a well written book on theories, evaluations, and applications. The chapter I found most interesting was on Deterrence of Criminal Behavior. The delivery time on this book was exceptional. I would order from this company again.