The Handbook of Criminological Theory
herausgegeben von Alex R. PiqueroAn indispensable resource for all levels, this handbook provides up-to-date, in-depth summaries of the most important theories in criminology.
* Provides original, cutting-edge, and in-depth summaries of the most important theories in criminology
* Covers the origins and assumptions behind each theory, explores current debates and research, points out knowledge gaps, and offers directions for future research
* Encompasses theory, research, policy, and practice, with recommendations for further reading at the end of each essay
* Features discussions of broad issues and topics related to the field, such as the correlates of crime, testing theory, policy, and prediction
* Clearly and accessibly written by leading scholars in the field as well as up-and-coming scholars
* Provides original, cutting-edge, and in-depth summaries of the most important theories in criminology
* Covers the origins and assumptions behind each theory, explores current debates and research, points out knowledge gaps, and offers directions for future research
* Encompasses theory, research, policy, and practice, with recommendations for further reading at the end of each essay
* Features discussions of broad issues and topics related to the field, such as the correlates of crime, testing theory, policy, and prediction
* Clearly and accessibly written by leading scholars in the field as well as up-and-coming scholars