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9781412979719

Introduction to Criminology : Theories, Methods, and Criminal Behavior

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    9781412979719

  • ISBN10:

    1412979714

  • Edition: 7th
  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2010-01-15
  • Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
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Introduction to Criminology, Seventh Edition is a comprehensive introduction to the study of criminology designed for an introductory undergraduate courses.The book focuses on the vital core of criminological theory--theory, method, and criminal behavior. Hagan investigates all forms of criminal activity, such as organized crime, white collar crime, political crime, and environmental crime. He explains the methods of operation, the effects on society, and how various theories account for criminal behavior.New to this edition:Expansion of material on psycho-social and bio-social theoriesAdditional coverage of terrorism in Ch. 11, along with ethics in the research methods chapter, Ch. 2New chapter on CybercrimeNew Epilogue on the future of crime and the newest criminological theoriesNew Career Feature BoxesNew Crime Files Feature BoxesEnd-of-Chapter Web Research ExercisesNew full-color design and photo programIn-text links to study siteExpanded study site resources including video of the author and original podcasts recorded by the author for each chapterBlackboard and Web CT compatibility

Table of Contents

Introduction
Research Methods in Criminology
General Characteristics of Crime and Criminals
Early and Classical Criminological Theories
Positivistic Theories: Biological and Psychological Theories
Sociological Mainstream Theories
Sociological Critical Theories and Integrated Theories
Violent Crimes
Property Crime: Occasional, Conventional, and Professional
White Collar Crime: Occupational and Corporate
Political Crime and Terrorism
Organized Crime
Public Order Crime
Computer Crime
Epilogue: The Future of Crime
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