Introduction to criminology: theories, methods, and criminal behavior
Hagan, Frank E.
Introduction to Criminology, Seventh Edition is a comprehensive introduction to the study of criminology designed for introductory undergraduate courses The book focuses on the vital core of criminological theory--theory, method, andcriminal behavior. Hagan investigates all forms of criminal activity, such asorganized crime, white collar crime, political crime, and environmental crime. He explains the methods of operation, the effects on society, and how various theories account for criminal behavior. INDICE: Introduction / Research Methods in Criminology / General Characteristics of Crime and Criminals / Early and Classical Theories / Positivistic Theories: Biological and Psychological / Sociological Mainstream Theories / Sociological Critical Theories and Integrated Theories / Violent Crime / Property Crime: Occasional, Conventional and Professional / White Collar Crime: Occupational and Corporate / Political Crime / Organized Crime / Public Order Crime /Computer Crime / Epilogue: The Future of Crime
- ISBN: 978-1-4129-7971-9
- Editorial: Sage Publications
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 560
- Fecha Publicación: 28/02/2010
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés