Criminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application - Softcover

Akers, Ronald L.; Sellers, Christine S.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0195332520 ISBN 13: 9780195332520

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 2008

Synopsis

Now in a new edition, Criminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application offers a concise yet comprehensive review and appraisal of the leading theories of crime and criminal justice. Based on the widespread success of the first four editions, this popular resource has been updated and revised to reflect changes in the development, testing, integration, and application of essential criminological theories.

In clear, engaging language, authors Ronald L. Akers and Christine S. Sellers explore each principal criminological theory through the following in-depth analysis:

* Introduction: Presents a succinct exposition of the theory's central concepts, assertions, and hypotheses--including recent modifications and revisions
* Evaluation: Provides a detailed critique of the theory, with a focus on empirical validity
* Application: Extends the evaluation to determine each theory's relevance, as well as its potential for controlling and preventing crime and delinquency

To draw students into the material, the fifth edition incorporates a helpful new resource that provides an overview of every major theory of criminal and deviant behavior--Table 12.1. An invaluable pedagogical tool, this table directs students to the corresponding chapter for each theory; it also includes brief entries on each theory's major proponents, concepts, propositions, empirical validity, and policy implications. Encouraging students to carefully review--and thoughtfully compare--these theories, the table creates a dynamic connection between readers and the text.

Ideal for courses on theories of crime, delinquency, and deviance, Criminological Theories, Fifth Edition, also serves as an excellent supplement for courses in criminology, juvenile delinquency, deviance, and criminal behavior.

About this title

About the Author

Ronald L. Akers is Professor of Criminology, Law, and Society at the University of Florida. He is coeditor of Social Learning Theory and the Explanation of Crime (2007).

Christine S. Sellers is Associate Professor and Associate Chair of the Department of Criminology at the University of South Florida.

Review

"Criminological Theories is a well-organized review of the major theories used by criminologists to explain criminal behavior and critique the criminal justice system. The systematic coverage of the theories is thorough and concise. The writing style, organizational structure, and approach explicitly link the connections between theory, research, and policy. This text continues to surpass the competition and provides a solid introduction to criminological theories for my undergraduate students."--Kristi L. Hoffman, Roanoke College

Edition details

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0195332520
• ISBN 13: 9780195332520
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 416