Delinquency Theories: Appraisals and applications

By John P. Hoffmann

Book Overview

This book provides an overview of theories of juvenile delinquency. Each chapter describes a particular theory by telling the tale of a delinquent youth and thoroughly reviewing the theories and research designed to explain the youth's delinquent behavior. By linking the theories to a real-world example, they may be "brought to life" and made more relevant to the reader.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415781876
• ISBN13: 9780415781879
• Release Date: April 2011
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.9" x 9.0"