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Introduction To Criminology: A Text/Reader (Sage Text/Reader Series In Criminology And Criminal Justice)
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A Unique Text/Reader That Takes A Comprehensive, Interdisciplinary Approach To The Study Of Criminologyproviding An Affordable Alternative To The Standard Textbook, This New Edition Of The Authors' Popular Text/Reader Provides Instructors And Students The Best Of Both Worlds Authored Text With Carefully Selected Accompanying Readings. Now Thoroughly Updated With New Articles, New Content, And New Statistics, Tables, And Figures, This Second Edition Provides An Interdisciplinary Perspective On Crime And Criminality That Incorporates The Latest Theories, Concepts, And Research From Sociology, Psychology, Genetics, Evolutionary Biology, And The Neurosciences. The New Edition Is Divided Into 15 Sections That Mirror Chapters In A Typical Criminology Textbook.New To This Edition:A New Section 11 On Mass Murder And Terrorism Makes Coverage Of These Highinterest Topics Even More Accessible. Section 10 Now Focuses Only On Murder, Rape, Robbery, Aggravated Assault, And Domestic Violence, Making It Easier For Students To Absorb The Material. New Articles Appear In The Structural Theories Section, The Sections Devoted To Violent Crime, And Throughout The Text/Reader As Needed. The Authors Now More Closely Link Sections On Types Of Crime To Sections On Theory To Give Readers A More Cohesive Understanding Of The Connections Between The Two. Contemporary Criminologists' Favored Theories (Drawn From A Survey Of 770 Criminologists) Now Appear In A Table To Give Readers Insight Into The Professional Opinion Today On Criminological Theories.Features: Each Section Has A 15Page Introduction (A Minichapter) That Contains Vignettes, Photos, Tables And Graphs, Endofchapter Questions, And Web Exercises, Followed By Three To Four Supporting Readings. Theorysection Introductions Contain A Unique Table That Compares And Contrasts The Theories Presented, While Theory Concluding Subsections Focus On Policy And Crime Prevention. A How To Read A Research Article Guide (Which Appears Prior To The First Reading) Illustrates Key Aspects Of A Research Article. The Book'S Readings Are Drawn From Carefully Selected, Edited Journal Articles Appropriate For An Undergraduate Audience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the primary focus of 'Introduction to Criminology: A Text/Reader'? A: The book takes a comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach to the study of criminology, incorporating theories and research from sociology, psychology, genetics, and more.
- Q: How is this book structured? A: The book is divided into 15 sections that mirror typical criminology textbook chapters, featuring a mix of authored text and selected readings.
- Q: What are some new features in the second edition? A: New features include a section on Mass Murder and Terrorism, updated articles, and a table linking theories to types of crime for a cohesive understanding.
- Q: What type of reading materials are included? A: The readings consist of carefully selected, edited journal articles that are appropriate for an undergraduate audience, enhancing the learning experience.
- Q: Is this book suitable for undergraduate students? A: Yes, it is designed specifically for undergraduate students, offering accessible content and supportive materials to aid understanding.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it is acceptable for use with some signs of wear.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Anthony Walsh, a noted figure in the field of criminology.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book contains a total of 648 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was the second edition published? A: The second edition was published on December 9, 2010.