Theoretical Criminology - Hardcover

Vold, George B.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0195036166 ISBN 13: 9780195036169

Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc, 1985

Synopsis

This classic text, now revised and updated, presents objective and thorough accounts of the many types of criminology theories in a clear and readable fashion.

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Praise for the previous edition "Best criminology text in the field. If you are seeking a well-written text which is easy to lecture from and keeps the students' interest, this is it!"--Christopher Kuch, Gannon University "A clearly written, succinct, and very well-focused text for undergraduates. Accessible and covers a range of theoretical materials."--Pietro Toggia, Kutztown University "A superb book that provides an excellent overview of criminological theories and is a must-read for those interested in criminological theory."--John M. MacDonald, University of South Carolina "Any textbook that can survive the market for 32 years has truly earned the coveted title of 'classic'. Vold and Bernard have combined to provide a thorough presentation of the major theories that have inspired criminologists to explain criminal behavior. Vold's initial effort set a firm foundation on which Bernard has fine tuned and modernized the material for today's reader."-Anthony W. Zumpetta, West Chester University Praise for the previous edition "Best criminology text in the field. If you are seeking a well-written text which is easy to lecture from and keeps the students' interest, this is it!"--Christopher Kuch, Gannon University "A clearly written, succinct, and very well-focused text for undergraduates. Accessible and covers a range of theoretical materials."--Pietro Toggia, Kutztown University "A superb book that provides an excellent overview of criminological theories and is a must-read for those interested in criminological theory."--John M. MacDonald, University of South Carolina "Any textbook that can survive the market for 32 years has truly earned the coveted title of 'classic'. Vold and Bernard have combined to provide a thorough presentation of the major theories that have inspired criminologists to explain criminal behavior. Vold's initial effort set a firm foundation on which Bernard has fine tuned and modernized the material for today's reader."-Anthony W. Zumpet Praise for the previous edition "Best criminology text in the field. If you are seeking a well-written text which is easy to lecture from and keeps the students' interest, this is it!"--Christopher Kuch, Gannon University "A clearly written, succinct, and very well-focused text for undergraduates. Accessible and covers a range of theoretical materials."--Pietro Toggia, Kutztown University "A superb book that provides an excellent overview of criminological theories and is a must-read for those interested in criminological theory."--John M. MacDonald, University of South Carolina "Any textbook that can survive the market for 32 years has truly earned the coveted title of 'classic'. Vold and Bernard have combined to provide a thorough presentation of the major theories that have inspired criminologists to explain criminal behavior. Vold's initial effort set a firm foundation on which Bernard has fine tuned and modernized the material for today's reader."-Anthony W. Zumpetta, West Chester University Praise for the previous edition "Best criminology text in the field. If you are seeking a well-written text which is easy to lecture from and keeps the students' interest, this is it!"--Christopher Kuch, Gannon University "A clearly written, succinct, and very well-focused text for undergraduates. Accessible and covers a range of theoretical materials."--Pietro Toggia, Kutztown University "A superb book that provides an excellent overview of criminological theories and is a must-read for those interested in criminological theory."--John M. MacDonald, University of South Carolina "Any textbook that can survive the market for 32 years has truly earned the coveted title of 'classic'. Vold and Bernard have combined to provide a thorough presentation of the major theories that have inspired criminologists to explain criminal behavior. Vold's initial effort set a firm foundation on which Bernard has fine tuned and modernized the material for today's reader."-Anthony W. Zumpetta, West Chester University Praise for the previous edition "Best criminology text in the field. If you are seeking a well-written text which is easy to lecture from and keeps the students' interest, this is it!"--Christopher Kuch, Gannon University "A clearly written, succinct, and very well-focused text for undergraduates. Accessible and covers a range of theoretical materials."--Pietro Toggia, Kutztown University "A superb book that provides an excellent overview of criminological theories and is a must-read for those interested in criminological theory."--John M. MacDonald, University of South Carolina "Any textbook that can survive the market for 32 years has truly earned the coveted title of 'classic'. Vold and Bernard have combined to provide a thorough presentation of the major theories that have inspired criminologists to explain criminal behavior. Vold's initial effort set a firm foundation on which Bernard has fine tuned and modernized the material for today's reader."-Anthony W. Zumpetta, West Chester University

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About this edition

• Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc
• Publication date: 1985
• ISBN 10: 0195036166
• ISBN 13: 9780195036169
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 388