Theories of Delinquency: An Examination of Explanations of Delinquent Behavior

by Donald J. Shoemaker

Book Overview

This concisely written and logically organized text offers students a solid foundation in the theory and intellectual underpinnings of delinquency. Professor Shoemaker presents an integrated and comparative discussion of both individualistic and sociological theories, including: biological and biosocial explanation, psychological theories, theories of social disorganization, lower-class-based theories, interpersonal and situational explanations, control...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0195033914
• ISBN13: 9780195033915
• Release Date: February 1984
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.3" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

Great read

I had to read this book for my "Juvenile Delinquency" (SOC383) class at BYUI. Our teacher chose specific chapters he wanted us to read, but I read the entire thing because I WANTED TO! This book honestly is hard to put down. It has so many theories on why delinquents are the way they are. You may think you know it all, but you don't! This book goes over everything. If you are any type of Sociology, Psychology, or Social Work major, or if any of those are your profession then you NEED to read this book. It opens up a whole new way of thinking. I would definitely recommend it!