Criminological theories introduction, evaluation, and application
Ronald L. Akers, Christine S. Sellers.
- 5th ed., New ed.
- New York Oxford University Press 2009.
- xiv, 401 p. 23 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 323-386) and indexes.
Introduction to criminological theory -- Deterrence and rational choice theories -- Biological theories -- Psychological theories -- Social learning theory -- Social bonding and control theories -- Labeling and reintegrative shaming theory -- Social disorganization, anomie, and strain theories -- Conflict theory -- Marxist and critical theories -- Feminist theories -- Integrating criminological theories.