Theoretical Integration in the Study of Deviance and Crime: Problems and Prospects

Theoretical Integration in the Study of Deviance and Crime: Problems and Prospects
ISBN-10
1438412916
ISBN-13
9781438412917
Category
Social Science
Pages
356
Language
English
Published
1989-07-01
Publisher
State University of New York Press
Authors
Steven F. Messner, Marvin D. Krohn, Allen E. Liska

Description

How to best generate theoretical growth in the contemporary study of deviance and crime has been the source of much debate. This book represents a diverse range of viewpoints concerned about theoretical integration and its benefits. The chapters encompass both discussion of the requisites for integrating theories and examinations of methodological strategies to test these theories. By providing a source for those grappling with the issue of theoretical integration, the book is sure to stimulate further theoretical development in the sociology of deviance and in criminology.

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