Criminological Theory: The Essentials - Softcover

Tibbetts, Stephen G.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1483359522 ISBN 13: 9781483359526

Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc, 2014

Synopsis

Renowned author, Stephen G. Tibbetts, combines policy implications brought about by theoretical perspectives that have developed from recent critical work with practical applications to compel the reader to apply theories to the contemporary social milieu. The Second Edition includes new citations and references regarding empirical studies that have examined the validity of various theoretical models and propositions in recent years.

New to this edition:

• Increased coverage of new, cutting-edge perspectives on biosocial and psychosocial theories demonstrates the dynamic nature of criminological theory more discussion is given to recently embraced theories such as the developmental/life course and feminist perspectives on criminality
• Expanded coverage of policy implications discussed at the end of each chapter and in a concluding chapter connect each theoretical framework to meaningful, real-world applications
• New photos and examples to make the book more accessible to readers who are studying theory for the first time

About this title

About the Author:

Stephen G. Tibbetts, currently a Professor at California State University, San Bernardino, has been pursuing an understanding of criminal offending for over the past two decades. He has attempted to discover the extent to which individuals’ inherent dispositions and attitudinal traits contribute to their offending decisions, especially in relation to other factors, such as demographic, developmental, and situational factors. Dr. Tibbetts’ research has included work on the differences between men and women in their decisions to commit deviant behavior, as well as their perceptions of risk and consequences of getting caught. His additional research interests include the effects of perinatal disorders as an influence in future criminality, the etiology of white-collar crime, and gang intervention.  Dr. Tibbetts has published nine books and more than 50 scholarly papers examining various issues in criminology. He received the 2011 Outstanding Professor Award at CSU, San Bernardino. He previously worked extensively as an Officer of the Court in providing recommendations for dispositions of numerous juvenile court cases from 1997 to 2008.

About this edition

• Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 1483359522
• ISBN 13: 9781483359526
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 280