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Criminological Theory: Context and Consequences (Studies in Crime, Law, and Criminal Justice) Book
Criminological Theory introduces major theories of crime and criminality, cogently summarizing the chief tenets of theoretical strands current in criminology. It has two unique features: firstly, it emphasizes the social context of theory development, secondly, it makes a link between theoretical notions of crime and changes in social policy concerning crime and criminals. The book is organized in historical sequence, beginning with early attempts to explain crime through differences in physical or psychological traits. There follows the reframing of crime as a question of social context. The authors then discuss more current developments, such as control theories, labelling and radical conflict theories. In conclusion, recent developments including the return to more conservative, … read more...
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