Criminology In Brief

Author : Robert Heiner
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1000215326

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This book offers a short and accessible introduction to criminology. Written in a clear and direct style, criminological theories are made more accessible for undergraduates, and the workings of the criminal justice system are explained. Students will learn not only how the criminal justice system works, but also how it does not work. Beyond introducing students to the basics, the book provides a persuasive argument that the criminal justice system we have in the United States comes nowhere close to our ideals for justice, doing little good in terms of crime control, while doing great harm to minorities and the poor. Engaging and far-ranging, this text offers a condensed approach to the key themes and debates surrounding crime and justice, and covers definitions and measurements of crime, criminological theories, crime typologies, and contemporary issues in the criminal justice system. It includes chapters on: Criminological Methods and Data Biological, Psychological, and Classical Theories of Crime Sociological Theories of Crime Patterns of Crime The Police The Courts Corrections and the American Prison System Written by an experienced textbook author, this book offers a critical approach to the subjects discussed and draws on topical examples such as Black Lives Matter, the militarization of the police, plea bargaining and the War on Drugs. It is essential reading for Criminology courses within a Sociology Major and will also be of interest to Criminal Justice majors, law students, policymakers, and informed citizens.

Author : Tim Newburn
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 1863 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2017-02-22
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781317244257

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Criminology by Tim Newburn Pdf

Comprehensive and accessible, Tim Newburn’s bestselling Criminology provides an introduction to the fundamental themes, concepts, theories, methods and events that underpin the subject and form the basis for all undergraduate degree courses and modules in Criminology and Criminal Justice. This third edition includes: A new chapter on politics, reflecting the ever increasing coverage of political influence and decision making on criminology courses New and updated crime data and analysis of trends, plus new content on recent events such as the Volkswagen scandal, the latest developments on historic child abuse, as well as extended coverage throughout of the English riots A fully revised and updated companion website, including exam, review and multiple choice questions, a live Twitter feed from the author providing links to media and academic coverage of events related to the concepts covered in the book, together with links to a dedicated textbook Facebook page Fully updated to reflect recent developments in the field and extensively illustrated, this authoritative text, written by a leading criminologist and experienced lecturer, is essential reading for all students of Criminology and related fields.

Author : Robert Heiner
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 309 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2020-11-16
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781000215366

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Criminology in Brief by Robert Heiner Pdf

This book offers a short and accessible introduction to criminology. Written in a clear and direct style, criminological theories are made more accessible for undergraduates, and the workings of the criminal justice system are explained. Students will learn not only how the criminal justice system works, but also how it does not work. Beyond introducing students to the basics, the book provides a persuasive argument that the criminal justice system we have in the United States comes nowhere close to our ideals for justice, doing little good in terms of crime control, while doing great harm to minorities and the poor. Engaging and far-ranging, this text offers a condensed approach to the key themes and debates surrounding crime and justice, and covers definitions and measurements of crime, criminological theories, crime typologies, and contemporary issues in the criminal justice system. It includes chapters on: Criminological Methods and Data Biological, Psychological, and Classical Theories of Crime Sociological Theories of Crime Patterns of Crime The Police The Courts Corrections and the American Prison System Written by an experienced textbook author, this book offers a critical approach to the subjects discussed and draws on topical examples such as Black Lives Matter, the militarization of the police, plea bargaining and the War on Drugs. It is essential reading for Criminology courses within a Sociology Major and will also be of interest to Criminal Justice majors, law students, policymakers, and informed citizens.

Author : Peter Joyce,Wendy Laverick
Publisher : Teach Yourself
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2013-01-04
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781444170252

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Criminology: A Complete Introduction: Teach Yourself by Peter Joyce,Wendy Laverick Pdf

Written by Peter Joyce, who is a current criminology lecturer and a leading researcher, Criminology - The Essentials is designed to give you everything you need to succeed, all in one place. It covers the key areas that students are expected to be confident in, outlining the basics in clear jargon-free English, and then providing added-value features like summaries of key books, and even lists of questions you might be asked in your seminar or exam. The book uses a structure that mirrors many university courses on criminology - starting with definitions of crime, then examining why people commit crime, and how crime can be prevented and detected. Later chapters hone in on the criminal justice system itself, examining the role of the police, the courts and prisons. This book is unique for its comparative approach to criminology, enabling students to understand criminology in the context of the UK, the US and further afield. Teach Yourself titles employ the 'Breakthrough method', which is designed specifically to overcome problems that students face. - Problem: 'I find it difficult to remember what I've read.'; Solution: this book includes end-of-chapter questions and summaries - Problem: 'Most books mention important other sources, but I can never find them in time.'; Solution: this book includes key texts and case studies are summarised, complete with fully referenced quotes ready to use in your essay or exam. - Problem: 'Lots of introductory books turn out to cover totally different topics than my course.'; Solution: this book is written by a current university lecturer who understands what students are expected to know.

Author : J. Mitchell Miller,Christopher J. Schreck,Richard A. Tewksbury
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Law
ISBN : STANFORD:36105134498729

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Criminological Theory by J. Mitchell Miller,Christopher J. Schreck,Richard A. Tewksbury Pdf

Criminological Theory: A Brief Introduction, Third Edition, offers an accessible discussion of the major theories of crime, delinquency, social deviance, and social control with an objective and neutral approach. The text provides students with an understanding of not only what the central tenets are of criminological theories but also focuses on providing real-life examples and implications for criminal justice policy and practice.

Author : Nicole Rafter,Michelle Brown
Publisher : NYU Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2011-09
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780814776513

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Criminology Goes to the Movies by Nicole Rafter,Michelle Brown Pdf

Author : David Weisburd,Elizabeth R. Groff,Sue-Ming Yang
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2012-10-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780199709106

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The Criminology of Place by David Weisburd,Elizabeth R. Groff,Sue-Ming Yang Pdf

The study of crime has focused primarily on why particular people commit crime or why specific communities have higher crime levels than others. In The Criminology of Place, David Weisburd, Elizabeth Groff, and Sue-Ming Yang present a new and different way of looking at the crime problem by examining why specific streets in a city have specific crime trends over time. Based on a 16-year longitudinal study of crime in Seattle, Washington, the book focuses our attention on small units of geographic analysis-micro communities, defined as street segments. Half of all Seattle crime each year occurs on just 5-6 percent of the city's street segments, yet these crime hot spots are not concentrated in a single neighborhood and street by street variability is significant. Weisburd, Groff, and Yang set out to explain why. The Criminology of Place shows how much essential information about crime is inevitably lost when we focus on larger units like neighborhoods or communities. Reorienting the study of crime by focusing on small units of geography, the authors identify a large group of possible crime risk and protective factors for street segments and an array of interventions that could be implemented to address them. The Criminology of Place is a groundbreaking book that radically alters traditional thinking about the crime problem and what we should do about it.

Author : David Weisburd,John E. Eck,Anthony A. Braga,Cody W. Telep,Breanne Cave,Kate Bowers,Gerben Bruinsma,Charlotte Gill,Julie Hibdon,Elizabeth R. Groff,Joshua C. Hinkle,Shane D. Johnson,Brian Lawton,Cynthia Lum,Jerry H. Ratcliffe,George Rengert,Travis Taniguchi,Sue-Ming Yang
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2016-04-04
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781107029521

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Place Matters by David Weisburd,John E. Eck,Anthony A. Braga,Cody W. Telep,Breanne Cave,Kate Bowers,Gerben Bruinsma,Charlotte Gill,Julie Hibdon,Elizabeth R. Groff,Joshua C. Hinkle,Shane D. Johnson,Brian Lawton,Cynthia Lum,Jerry H. Ratcliffe,George Rengert,Travis Taniguchi,Sue-Ming Yang Pdf

The book summarizes what we know about crime and place, and provides an agenda for future research in this area.

Author : Stephen G. Tibbetts,Alex R. Piquero
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2021-12-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781071838235

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Criminological Theory by Stephen G. Tibbetts,Alex R. Piquero Pdf

Criminological Theory: The Essentials, Fourth Edition by Stephen G. Tibbetts and Alex R. Piquero is a brief yet comprehensive overview of the major concepts and perspectives of the key theories in the evolution of criminology. Putting criminological theory in context, the acclaimed authors examine policy implications brought about by theoretical perspectives to show students the practical application of theories to contemporary social problems. The new edition has been thoroughly updated with the latest theoretical extensions and empirical research, with links made to specific theories and recent events.

Author : J. Mitchell Miller,Christopher Schreck,Richard Tewksbury,J. C. Barnes
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Crime
ISBN : 0133512371

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Criminological Theory by J. Mitchell Miller,Christopher Schreck,Richard Tewksbury,J. C. Barnes Pdf

This text provides students and instructors with a concise, up-to-date, and thorough discussion and explication of major criminological schools of thought. The text focuses on providing students with understandings of not only what the central tenets are of criminological theories but also focuses on providing real-life examples and implications for criminal justice policy and practice. The various theories examined across the chapters are illustrated through examples drawing upon contemporary cultural developments of particular interest to college age students that increase interest and engagement.

Author : David Garland,Richard Sparks
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Law
ISBN : 0198299427

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Criminology and Social Theory by David Garland,Richard Sparks Pdf

The questions that animate this collection of essays concern the challenges that are posed for criminology by the economic, cultural, and political transformations that have marked late 20th century social life.

Author : Stephen Eugene Brown,Finn-Aage Esbensen,Gilbert Geis
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 593 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781455730100

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Criminology by Stephen Eugene Brown,Finn-Aage Esbensen,Gilbert Geis Pdf

This highly acclaimed criminology text presents an up-to-date review of rational choice theories, including deterrence, shaming, and routine activities.

Author : John Randolph Fuller
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2019-01-03
Category : Criminology
ISBN : 019064169X

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Introduction to Criminology by John Randolph Fuller Pdf

Introduction to Criminology: A Brief Edition provides students with coverage of core concepts supported by student-tested pedagogical tools that promote student engagement, thought-provoking classroom discussions, and critical-thinking skills.

Author : Frank E. Hagan,Leah E. Daigle
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 798 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2019-01-02
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781544339047

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Introduction to Criminology by Frank E. Hagan,Leah E. Daigle Pdf

"This is one of the best texts I have seen in a while...It makes the world of criminology less daunting and more relevant." —Allyson S. Maida, St. John’s University Introduction to Criminology, Tenth Edition, is a comprehensive introduction to the study of criminology, focusing on the vital core areas of the field—theory, method, and criminal behavior. With more attention to crime typologies than most introductory texts, Hagan and Daigle investigate all forms of criminal activity, such as organized crime, white collar crime, political crime, and environmental crime. The methods of operation, the effects on society and policy decisions, and the connection between theory and criminal behavior are all explained in a clear, accessible manner. A Complete Teaching & Learning Package

Author : Alex R. Piquero
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 560 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2015-08-25
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781118512326

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The Handbook of Criminological Theory by Alex R. Piquero Pdf

An indispensable resource for all levels, this handbook provides up-to-date, in-depth summaries of the most important theories in criminology. Provides original, cutting-edge, and in-depth summaries of the most important theories in criminology Covers the origins and assumptions behind each theory, explores current debates and research, points out knowledge gaps, and offers directions for future research Encompasses theory, research, policy, and practice, with recommendations for further reading at the end of each essay Features discussions of broad issues and topics related to the field, such as the correlates of crime, testing theory, policy, and prediction Clearly and accessibly written by leading scholars in the field as well as up-and-coming scholars