Criminological Theory: A Brief Introduction (3rd Edition) (Alternative Etext Formats)
Criminological Theory: A Brief Introduction, 2/EJ. Mitchell Miller,University of Texas, San AntonioChristopher J. Schreck,Rochester Institute of TechnologyRichard Tewksbury,University of LouisvilleISBN-10:      0205548326ISBN-13: 9780205548323  This introductory primer on criminological theory provides an accessible discussion of the major theories of crime, delinquency, social deviance, and social control with an objective and neutral approach. The various theories are covered in a systematic fashion. After providing a straightforward explanation of each theory's fundamental assumptions and concepts, along with exampling narrative drawn from both real-world current events and fictitious scenarios, major criticisms are addressed. The implications of each theory for criminal and juvenile justice strategies and policy (e.g., deterrence vs. rehabilitation, crime prevention, crime prediction) are also considered. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.