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Criminology: A Sociological Understanding
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Taking A Sociological Perspective, This Book Offers Awardwinning Coverage Of Criminology And Highlights Issues Of Race, Ethnicity, Gender And Social Class Throughout.Criminology: A Sociological Understanding, 6E, Provides A Sociological Perspective On Crime And Criminal Justice By Treating Social Structure And Social Inequality As Central Themes In The Study Of Crimeand Major Factors In Society'S Treatment Of Criminals. It Gives Explicit Attention To Key Sociological Concepts Such As Poverty, Gender, Race, And Ethnicity, And Demonstrates Their Influence On Crime. Moving Beyond Simple Get Tough Approaches, The Book Emphasizes The Need To Understand Social Causes Of Criminal Behavior In Order To Significantly Reduce It. This Sixth Edition Continues To Include Certain Chapters That Remain Uncommon In Other Criminology Texts, Including Chapter 2: Public Opinion, The News Media, And The Crime Problem; Chapter 11: Violence Against Women; Chapter 14: Political Crime; And Chapter 18: Conclusion: How Can We Reduce Crime? In Addition, The Books Criminal Justice Chapters, Chapter 16 (Policing: Dilemmas Of Crime Control In A Democratic Society) And Chapter 17 (Prosecution And Punishment), Continue To Address Two Central Themes In The Sociological Understanding Of Crime And Criminal Justice: (1) The Degree To Which Race And Ethnicity, Gender, And Social Class Affect The Operation Of The Criminal Justice System; And (2) The Extent To Which Reliance On The Criminal Justice System Can Reduce The Amount Of Crime. Throughout The Text, Key Concepts Are Supported With A Comprehensive Package Of Pedagogical Material And Teaching/Learning Aids.Teaching And Learning Experiencethis Book Offers A Unique Sociological Introduction To The Field Of Criminology. It Provides: A Unique Sociological Perspective: Emphasizes The Need To Understand Social Causes Of Criminal Behavior In Order To Significantly Reduce It Awardwinning Coverage: Features Topics Not Covered In Other Introductory Criminology Texts Strong Pedagogical Features: Gives Students The Tools To Master Key Concepts Faster And More Effectively While Making Class Preparation Quick And Easy For Instructors
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Criminology: A Sociological Understanding'? A: The book emphasizes a sociological perspective on crime and criminal justice, highlighting the roles of social structure, inequality, race, gender, and class in understanding criminal behavior.
- Q: How does this book address issues of race and gender in criminology? A: The book explicitly discusses the influence of race, gender, and social class throughout its chapters, particularly in relation to how these factors affect crime and the criminal justice system.
- Q: What unique topics does this book cover compared to other criminology texts? A: This edition includes chapters on public opinion and the media's role in crime perception, violence against women, political crime, and comprehensive discussions on policing and prosecution.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in criminology? A: Yes, 'Criminology: A Sociological Understanding' offers a unique introduction to criminology, making it accessible for beginners while providing in-depth sociological insights.
- Q: What pedagogical features does the book provide for students and instructors? A: The book includes teaching and learning aids designed to help students master key concepts effectively, while also facilitating quicker class preparation for instructors.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 464 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Criminology: A Sociological Understanding'? A: The author of the book is Steve Barkan.
- Q: When was the 6th edition of this book published? A: The 6th edition was published on February 28, 2014.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.