Criminological theories : introduction, evaluation, and application / Ronald L. Akers (University of Florida), Christine S. Sellers (Texas State University), Wesley G. Jennings (University of South Florida).

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Akers, Ronald L., author.

Sellers, Christine Sharon, author.

Jennings, Wesley G., author.

Contributor:

Lipman Criminology Library Fund.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Criminology.

Physical Description:

xxii, 436 pages ; 24 cm

Edition:

Seventh edition.

Place of Publication:

New York, NY : Oxford University Press, [2017]

Summary:

" With a focus on empirical evaluation and practical application, Criminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application, Seventh Edition, helps students draw connections between criminological theory and practical applications. In clear, engaging language, authors Ronald L. Akers, Christine S. Sellers, and Wesley G. Jennings explore each principal criminological theory <strong>using a three-part analysis:</strong> An <strong>Introduction</strong> presents a succinct exposition of the theory's central concepts, assertions, and hypotheses An <strong>Evaluation</strong> provides a detailed critique of the theory, with an emphasis on empirical validity An <strong>Application</strong> extends the evaluation to determine each theory's relevance and its potential for controlling and preventing crime and delinquency "-- Provided by publisher.

"In the Seventh Edition of Criminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application , Ronald L. Akers, Christine S. Sellers and Wesley G. Jennings provide a concise but thorough review and appraisal of the leading theories of crime and criminal justice. Based on the widespread success of the first six editions, this landmark book keeps current with changes in the development, testing, integration, and application of important criminological theories. Each chapter has been updated and substantially revised in light of recent research and important changes in the theories. More extensive revision and updating have been done on psychological, social learning, social bonding and self-control, labeling, anomie and strain, and feminist theories. The Seventh Edition also features a new chapter on Devleopmental and Life-Course Theories"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Introduction to criminological theory

Deterrence and rational choice theories

Biological and psychological theories

Social learning theory

Social bonding and control theories

Labeling and reintegrative shaming theory

Social disorganization theory

Anomie, and strain theories

Conflict theory

Marxist theories

Radical and critical theories

Feminist theories

Developmental and life-course theories

Integrating criminological theories.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 325-406) and indexes.

Local Notes:

Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the Lipman Criminology Library Fund.

ISBN:

9780190455163

0190455160

OCLC:

950450534

Publisher Number:

99980675407