Criminology: Theory, Research, and PolicyAcross America, Crime Is A Constant Public Concern. Criminology: Theory, Research, And Policy, Second Edition Provides Comprehensive Coverage Of The Leading Criminological Theories Using Sociology, Psychology, Biology, And Ecology To Explain How And Why Crime Occurs. The Text Combines Classical Criminology With Timely Topics Including Substance Abuse, Gang Violence, Internet Crimes, And Terrorism. Using A Social Sciences Approach, The Authors Discuss How Criminology Influences Public Policy Throughout The Text. |
Contents
Social Conflict and Crime 206 | 9 |
Organizing Theories of Crime | 13 |
Studies of Felony Probation | 19 |
Wrap | 26 |
23 | 86 |
How to Study Crime | 99 |
Wrap | 106 |
Chapter 11 | 151 |
A Brief History of Intelligence Testing | 184 |
Chapter 14 | 367 |
CHAPTER 16 | 432 |
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