Criminology The Core (with CD-ROM and InfoTrac)

by Siegel, Larry J.

• ISBN13: 9780534629373
• ISBN10: 0534629377
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-06-04
• Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing

Summary

CRIMINOLOGY: THE CORE, Second Edition takes a concise look at criminology and criminological theory, offering a briefer, less expensive alternative to other criminology texts on the market. Carefully structured to cover relevant information in a manageable format and in a presentation that is interesting and contemporary, renowned author Larry J. Siegel continues to incorporate his hallmark balanced and unbiased presentation of theory, policy, high-interest examples, and cutting-edge and seminal research. This market-leading brief Criminology text is also the best value for your students! CRIMINOLOGY: THE CORE, Second Edition now includes the most student-friendly and useful technology package available, including a FREE Student CD-ROM and robust Companion Web Site.

Table of Contents

Concepts of Crime, Law, and Criminology

Crime and Criminology

The Nature and Extent of Crime

Victims and Victimization

Theories of Crime Causation

Choice Theory: Because They Want To

Trait Theory: It's in their Blood

Social Structure Theory: Because They're Poor

Social Process Theories: Socialized to Crime

Critical Criminology: It's a Class Thing

Developmental Theories: Things Change

Crime Typologies

Violent Crime

Property Crimes

Enterprise Crime: White-Collar, Cyber Crime, and Organized Crime

Public Order Crimes

The Criminal Justice System

The Criminal Justice System

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