Understanding Criminology - Hardcover

ADLER

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0070004110 ISBN 13: 9780070004115

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Inc.,US, 1991

Synopsis

This introductory text on criminology covers topics such as the nature and extent of crime, the foundations of the discipline, the explanations of criminal behaviour, ethnic gangs, victimology and society's response to crime.

About this title

From the Publisher:

Reorganization of individual chapters brings the text sequence of material more in synch with the way most instructors actually teach the course (for example, Ch. 8, 'Targets and Victims of Crime' and Ch. 9, 'Alternative Explanations of Crime' have been reversed).
Expanded coverage of political criminology (terrorism, etc.) in Chapter 11, "Violent Crime" insures adequate treatment of this hot topic within criminology.
Extensive updating of research; plentiful 1999 references make this the most current book available.
"Crime Surfing" exercises integrated into each chapter enable students to explore the web in a directed, focused fashion.
"Did You Know?" inserts in every chapter engage student's natural curiosity about intriguing criminological issues.
"Where Do We Go From Here?" and "Of Immediate Concern" boxed features highlight current issues and dilemmas in criminology.
All-new design and significantly enhanced photo program make the book much more visually appealing and inviting for today's student.
This edition continues to offer the excellent coverage of international and comparative crime and criminology for which it is so well known.
An acclaimed thematic box, 'Window to the World,' highlights the international dimensions of crime and criminology study in every chapter.
'Theory Informs Policy' sections demonstrate the interrelatedness of theory, policy, and practice in order to highlight the practical aspect of the work of criminologists.
Careful attention to pedagogy guides students through the text highlighting and amplifying the text material through such features as: chapter outlines, list of key terms, chapter review sections, Internet exercises, and a glossary, as well as illustrations, charts and tables.
Interactive student CD-ROM, "Making the Grade," features chapter-by-chapter quizzes (with feedback), a study skills primer, and Internet guide, and much more.
In-depth treatment of high-tech crimes such as pornography on the Internet and cyber vandalism in Chapter 12, "Crimes Against Property," thrusts the book firmly into the 21st century.

About the Author:

Dr. Freda Adler is a Distinguished Professor of Criminal Justice at Rutgers University, School of Criminal Justice. She has served as the President of the American Society of Criminology and as a criminology advisor to the United Nations, as well as federal, state, and foreign governments. She is on the Board of Directors of The Police Foundation and is Chair of its Research Committee.

Dr. Gerhard O. W. Mueller is Distinguished Professor of Criminal Justice at Rutgers University, School of Criminal Justice. Between 1974 and 1982, he served as Chief of the United Nations Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Branch. As such, he was responsible for all of the United Nations¿ programs dealing with problems of crime and justice worldwide. He has been a faculty member of universities and colleges across the country and around the world.

Dr. William S. Laufer is Associate Professor of Legal Studies at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Teaching since 1987, his subjects include criminological theory, corporate and white collar crime, and business ethics. Dr. Laufer’s research has appeared in a wide range of journals.

About this edition

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Inc.,US
• Publication date: 1991
• ISBN 10: 0070004110
• ISBN 13: 9780070004115
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 535