Criminological Theory : The Essentials by Stephen G. Tibbetts (2018, Trade Paperback)

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PublisherSAGE Publications, Incorporated

ISBN-101506367895

ISBN-139781506367897

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Number of Pages304 Pages

Publication NameCriminological Theory : the Essentials

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2018

SubjectCriminology

TypeTextbook

Subject AreaSocial Science

AuthorStephen G. Tibbetts

FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.6 in

Item Weight17.7 Oz

Item Length9.1 in

Item Width7.4 in

Additional Product Features

Edition Number3

Intended AudienceCollege Audience

LCCN2017-036278

Dewey Edition23

Reviews"I think this book does an absolutely fantastic job at capturing the balance between "quality vs. quantity" of coverage."

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal364.01

Table Of ContentPrefaceCHAPTER 1. Introduction to the Book: An Overview of Issues in Criminological TheoryWhat Is Criminology, and How Does It Differ from Other Examinations of Crime?What Is Theory?What Is Crime?How Are Criminological Theories Classified? The Major Theoretical ParadigmsCharacteristics of Good TheoriesMeasures of CrimeRates of CrimePolicy ImplicationsConclusionCHAPTER SUMMARYKEY TERMSDISCUSSION QUESTIONSWEB RESOURCESCHAPTER 2. Preclassical and Classical Theories of CrimePreclassical Perspectives of Crime and PunishmentThe Age of EnlightenmentThe Classical School of CriminologyThe Neoclassical School of CriminologyLoss of Dominance of Classical and Neoclassical TheoryPolicy ImplicationsConclusionCHAPTER SUMMARYKEY TERMSDISCUSSION QUESTIONSWEB RESOURCESCHAPTER 3. Modern Applications of the Classical Perspective: Deterrence, Rational Choice, and Routine Activities or Lifestyle Theories of CrimeThe Rebirth of Deterrence Theory and Contemporary ResearchRational Choice TheoryRoutine Activities TheoryPolicy ImplicationsConclusionCHAPTER SUMMARYKEY TERMSDISCUSSION QUESTIONSWEB RESOURCESCHAPTER 4. Early Positive School Perspectives of CriminalityLombroso's Theory of Atavism and Born CriminalsThe IQ Testing EraBody Type Theory: Sheldon's Model of SomatotypingPolicy ImplicationsConclusionCHAPTER SUMMARYKEY TERMSDISCUSSION QUESTIONSWEB RESOURCESCHAPTER 5. Modern Biosocial Perspectives of Criminal BehaviorNature versus Nurture: Studies Examining the Influence of Genetics and EnvironmentCytogenetic Studies: The XYY FactorHormones and Neurotransmitters: Chemicals That Determine Criminal BehaviorBrain InjuriesCentral and Autonomic Nervous System ActivityBiosocial Approaches to Explaining Criminal BehaviorPolicy ImplicationsConclusionCHAPTER SUMMARYKEY TERMSDISCUSSION QUESTIONSWEB RESOURCESCHAPTER 6. Early Social Structure and Strain Theories of CrimeEarly Theories of Social Structure: Early to Mid-1800sStrain TheoriesPolicy ImplicationsConclusionCHAPTER SUMMARYKEY TERMSDISCUSSION QUESTIONSWEB RESOURCESCHAPTER 7. The Chicago School and Cultural and Subcultural Theories of CrimeThe Ecological School and the Chicago School of CriminologyCultural and Subcultural Theories of CrimePolicy ImplicationsConclusionCHAPTER SUMMARYKEY TERMSDISCUSSION QUESTIONSWEB RESOURCESCHAPTER 8. Social Process and Learning Theories of CrimeLearning TheoriesControl TheoriesPolicy ImplicationsConclusionCHAPTER SUMMARYKEY TERMSDISCUSSION QUESTIONSWEB RESOURCESCHAPTER 9. Social Reaction and Critical Models of CrimeLabeling and Social Reaction TheoryMarxist Theories of CrimeConflict Theories of CrimePolicy ImplicationsConclusionCHAPTER SUMMARYKEY TERMSDISCUSSION QUESTIONSWEB RESOURCESCHAPTER 10. Feminist Models of CrimeFeminist Theories of CrimeKey Terms in the Feminist PerspectiveKey Issues in Research on Gender Differences in OffendingTypes of FeminismCritiques of Feminist TheoriesPolicy ImplicationsConclusionCHAPTER SUMMARYKEY TERMSDISCUSSION QUESTIONSWEB RESOURCESCHAPTER 11. Life-Course Perspectives of CriminalityDevelopmental TheoriesPolicy ImplicationsConclusionCHAPTER SUMMARYKEY TERMSDISCUSSION QUESTIONSWEB RESOURCESCHAPTER 12. Integrated Theoretical Models and New Perspectives of CrimeIntegrated TheoriesPolicy ImplicationsConclusionCHAPTER SUMMARYKEY TERMSDISCUSSION QUESTIONSWEB RESOURCESGlossaryIndexAbout the Author

SynopsisCriminological Theory: The Essentials, Third Edition offers you a brief yet comprehensive overview of classic and contemporary criminologists and their theories. Putting criminological theory in context, acclaimed author Stephen G. Tibbetts examines policy implications brought about by theoretical perspectives to demonstrate to you the practical application of theories to contemporary social problems. New to the Third Edition: A new chapter dedicated entirely to feminist perspectives (Chapter 10) introduces you to feminist models of crime while underscoring the importance of examining the related research. Case studies that examine offender motives are now included to help you apply the theories discussed to interesting and memorable examples. Policy is now integrated into each section to allow you to see the practical policy implications of each theory. Coverage of critical topics has been expanded throughout to introduce you to important issues, such as the influence of employment on criminal behavior, the success of school programs in reducing delinquent behavior, and federal sentencing guidelines in regard to crack versus powder cocaine. Statistics, graphs, and tables have all been updated to demonstrate the most recent trends in criminology., "I think this book does an absolutely fantastic job at capturing the balance between 'quality versus quantity' of coverage."--Adam Trahan, University of North TexasCriminological Theory: The Essentials, Third Editionoffers students a brief yet comprehensive overview of classic and contemporary criminologists and their theories. Putting criminological theory in context, acclaimed author Stephen G. Tibbetts examines policy implications brought about by theoretical perspectives to demonstrate to students the practical application of theories to contemporary social problems. New to the Third Edition: A new chapter dedicated entirely to feminist perspectives(Chapter 10) introduces students to feminist models of crime while underscoring the importance of examining the related research. Case studies that examine offender motives are now includedto help students apply the theories discussed to interesting and memorable examples. Policy is now integrated into each sectionto allow students to see the practical policy implications of each theory. Coverage of critical topicshas been expanded throughout to introduce students to important issues, such as the influence of employment on criminal behavior, the success of school programs in reducing delinquent behavior, and federal sentencing guidelines in regard to crack versus powder cocaine. Statistics, graphs, and tableshave all been updated to demonstrate the most recent trends in criminology. Instructors, sign in at study.sagepub.com/tibbetts3efor a Microsoft Word test bank, Microsoft PowerPoint slides, Lecture notes, and more!, Criminological Theory: The Essentials, Third Edition offers students a brief yet comprehensive overview of classic and contemporary criminologists and their theories.

LC Classification NumberHV6018.T53 2018