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The Handbook of Criminological Theory

By Alex R. Piquero

Book information

Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell
Year
2015
ISBN
1118512383, 9781118512388
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
2 MB (2477046 bytes)
Series
Wiley Handbooks in Criminology and Criminal Justice
Edition
1
Pages
560\560
Scanned
yes
Time added
2015-12-17 17:40:07
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An indispensable resource for all levels, this handbook provides up-to-date, in-depth summaries of the most important theories in criminology. Provides original, cutting-edge, and in-depth summaries of the most important theories in criminology Covers the origins and assumptions behind each theory, explores current debates and research, points out knowledge gaps, and offers directions for future research Encompasses theory, research, policy, and practice, with recommendations for further reading at the end of each essay Features discussions of broad issues and topics related to the field, such as the correlates of crime, testing theory, policy, and prediction Clearly and accessibly written by leading scholars in the field as well as up-and-coming scholars

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