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A clear overview of how criminology evolved from theory to a modern, fact-based science that informs justice today.
This edition presents a historical map of criminology, tracing early theories to the Positive or Modern School and beyond. It explains how the Classical, Neo-Classical, and Correctionalist ideas shaped codes and procedures, and it shows how the Positive School introduced a science built on observation and facts. The text also highlights the rise of psychological, biological, and social approaches that inform today’s criminal justice practices.
Readers will encounter an accessible synthesis of key concepts, notable figures, and shifts in approach. The material emphasizes how modern criminology blends biology, medicine, psychology, and sociology to study crime and its causes, with attention to criminology’s practical impact on juvenile justice and therapeutic thinking.
- Foundational theories and how they influenced law and punishment history
- The rise of the Positive School and the move toward a true scientific approach
- The growth of psychological and sociological perspectives in crime study
- Practical implications for juvenile courts, treatment, and reform efforts
Ideal for readers curious about the roots of criminology, its major schools, and the ways science reshapes how society understands crime.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the development of criminology from its philosophical roots in the 18th century through to the "Positive School" founded in 1872 and the modern era of scientific criminology. The author traces the evolution of theories on crime and punishment, from the Classical School's emphasis on deterrence to the modern focus on understanding the criminal's motivations and circumstances. The book discusses various biological, sociological, and psychological theories of crime, including the work of Lombroso, Ferri, and Garofalo. It also examines the role of factors such as mental illness, substance abuse, and environmental conditions in criminal behavior. By providing a comprehensive overview of criminology's historical and theoretical foundations, this book offers valuable insights for anyone interested in understanding the complex causes of crime and developing effective prevention and rehabilitation strategies. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330008638_0
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