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The Third Edition Of Crime: Readings Features The Latest Theoretical And Empirical Works On Crime, Maintaining An Ideal Balance Between Major Theoretical Explanations Of Crime And Crime Control And Each Respective Theoretical Treatment While Tying In Policy Issues. Updated And Revised, The Readings In This Edition Have Been Carefully Pruned By The Editors For Maximum Impact, Providing Undergraduate Students With An Accessible Introduction To Major Issues In The Field While Eliminating Excessive Technical, Methodological Details That Might Hamper Comprehension. This Anthology Includes Both Traditional Yet Still Vital Theories Used By Scholars Of Crime And Newer Explanations For Lawviolating Behavior. Covering A Realm Of Diverse Criminological Literature, The Editors Include A Variety Of Readings That Reflect The Range Of Perspectives About The Causes Of Criminal Behavior And How Best Such Behavior Should Be Addressed.New To The Third Edition Links Criminological Theories With The Latest Empirical Research: The Book Features Even More Discussion Of The Ties Between Theory And Actual Policy In The Part Introductions And In Several New Articles. Highlights Recent Developments In The Field: The Editors Address A Number Of New Issues Related To Crime Control And Also Place Greater Emphasis On Critical Criminology, Psychological, And Biological Approaches. Recognizes The Growing Importance Of Comparative Criminology: This Edition Includes A Number Of Articles By Criminologists From Outside Of North America, Providing A More Comprehensive And Global Perspective. Keeps Readers Uptodate In The Literature: The Sections On The History Of Criminology, Research Methods, And Correlates Of Crime Incorporate Recent Publications, And The Section On Enduring And Changing Patterns Now Includes Entries On Gangs, Sex Offenders, Cyber Crime, And Terrorism. Inspires Students To Think Critically About The Theory And Research Of Crime: Revised Discussion And Maximize Student Reflection On The Concepts Covered And Include Webbased Data To Give Students Practical Experience Working With Criminological Research.Companion Web Sitehomework Assignments And Data Exercises Have Been Moved To A Companion Web Site At Www.Sagepub.Com/Crimereadings3Study.Intended Audiencethis Is An Excellent Text For Undergraduate Courses Such As Introduction To Criminology And Criminological Theory In The Fields Of Criminal Justice, Sociology, Law And Society, And Social Work.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What topics are covered in 'Crime: Readings'? A: 'Crime: Readings' covers a range of topics including major theoretical explanations of crime, crime control, and policy issues. It features both traditional theories and newer explanations for law-violating behavior, providing a comprehensive overview of criminological literature.
- Q: Who is the intended audience for this book? A: The book is intended for undergraduate students studying criminology, criminal justice, sociology, law and society, and social work. It serves as an accessible introduction to major issues in the field.
- Q: How many pages does the third edition contain? A: The third edition of 'Crime: Readings' contains 528 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition was published on September 13, 2007.
- Q: What is the format of 'Crime: Readings'? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: Are there any companion resources available for this book? A: Yes, there is a companion website that includes homework assignments and data exercises, which can be accessed at www.sagepub.com/crimereadings3study.
- Q: What makes the third edition different from earlier editions? A: The third edition features updated content linking criminological theories with empirical research, highlights recent developments in the field, and includes a more global perspective with articles by international criminologists.
- Q: Does the book include practical exercises for students? A: Yes, it includes web-based data to provide students with practical experience working with criminological research.
- Q: What are some of the key themes addressed in the book? A: Key themes include critical criminology, psychological and biological approaches to crime, and contemporary issues such as gangs, sex offenders, cyber crime, and terrorism.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Crime: Readings'? A: The book is authored by Robert D. Crutchfield.