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Designed for undergraduate criminology and criminological theory courses, Criminological Theories: Understanding Crime in America, Second Edition explores crime, crime theory, and various forms of criminal behavior within the United States. It focuses exclusively on theory, avoiding superfluous discussion of the criminal justice system. Students will come away from the text with plausible explanations of crime causation, a greater appreciation of criminological theory, and the ability to think critically about the social reality of crime. Current and highly relevant, the text includes coverage of new developments in the field of criminology, including cultural, integrative, lifecourse, and green criminological theories. Studentfriendly but comprehensive, Criminological Theories presents the most current crime statistics and research findings with contemporary examples of reported crime. Every chapter in this thoughtprovoking text opens with an outline and concludes with criticalthinking questions to ensure concept retention and student comprehension. Accessible and thorough, Criminological Theories: Understanding Crime in America, Second Edition is an essential resource for students to understand the motivation of criminal behavior.
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- Q: What topics are covered in Criminological Theories: Understanding Crime in America? A: The book covers crime, crime theory, and various forms of criminal behavior in the United States, focusing on theoretical aspects rather than the criminal justice system.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of Criminological Theories: Understanding Crime in America is James F. Anderson.
- Q: What is the publication date of the second edition? A: The second edition was published on July 8, 2014.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains 268 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for undergraduate students? A: Yes, the book is designed specifically for undergraduate criminology and criminological theory courses.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: Criminological Theories: Understanding Crime in America is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What are some key features of this textbook? A: Key features include current crime statistics, critical-thinking questions at the end of each chapter, and coverage of contemporary developments in criminology.
- Q: Does this book include recent developments in criminology? A: Yes, it includes coverage of cultural, integrative, life-course, and green criminological theories.
- Q: Is the book accessible for students new to criminology? A: Yes, it is student-friendly and designed to enhance understanding of criminological theory.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: The book is available in new condition.