Crime and Criminality : Causes and Consequences / Mark L. Dantzker, Ronald D. Hunter.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hunter, Ronald D., Author.

Dantzker, Mark L., Author.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource (277 p.)

Edition:

2nd ed.

Place of Publication:

Boulder : Lynne Rienner Publishers, [2022]

Language Note:

In English.

Summary:

This concise but thorough introductory textbook bridges the gap between theory and the real world of crime and criminal justice. In clear, accessible prose, the authors discuss the full gamut of issues and concepts typically covered on the introductory course syllabus. Building on the basics covered in the first edition, this revised and updated edition: Uses real-world examples to illustrate theory; discusses cutting-edge crime prevention strategies; highlights the impact of crime on both victims and offenders; addresses the challenges of homeland security for local police; and reflects the impact of changing criminal law on the criminal justice system.

Contents:

Frontmatter

Contents

Tables and Figures

Preface

1 The Nature of Crime and Justice

2 The Problem of Crime

3 The Study of Crime

4 Deterrence and Opportunity Theories

5 Biological and Biosocial Theories

6 Psychological and Psychosocial Theories

7 Social Structure Theories

8 Social Interaction Theories

9 Social Conflict Theories

10 Integrated and Holistic Theories

11 Victimization Theories

12 Dealing with Lawbreakers

13 Dealing with Victims

14 Dealing with the Law Abiding

15 Theory in Practice

Glossary

References

Index

About the Book

Notes:

Description based on online resource; title from PDF title page (publisher's Web site, viewed 29. Jun 2022)

ISBN:

1-68585-043-X

OCLC:

1334344574