Crime, Deviance and Society: An Introduction to Sociological Criminology
- ISBN-10
- 1108916414
- ISBN-13
- 9781108916417
- Category
- Social Science
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2020-10-14
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Authors
- Chris Cunneen, Ana Rodas, Melanie Simpson
Description
Crime, Deviance and Society: An Introduction to Sociological Criminology offers a comprehensive introduction to criminological theory. The book introduces readers to key sociological theories, such as anomie and strain, and examines how traditional approaches have influenced the ways in which crime and deviance are constructed. It provides a nuanced account of contemporary theories and debates, and includes chapters covering feminist criminology, critical masculinities, cultural criminology, green criminology, and postcolonial theory, among others. Case studies in each chapter demonstrate how sociological theories can manifest within and influence the criminal justice system and social policy. Each chapter also features margin definitions and timelines of contributions to key theories, reflection questions and end-of-chapter questions that prompt students reflection. Written by an expert team of academics from Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, Crime, Deviance and Society is a highly engaging and accessible introduction to the field for students of criminology and criminal justice.
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- 2020-08-25
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