Akers, Ronald L.

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.

9780195332520 (alk. paper) 0195332520 (alk. paper)

2007050210


Criminology

HV6018 / .A38 2009

364 / A3151c5