Synopsis
Genetic screening, new reproductive technologies, gene therapies, and the reality of cloning all make biological solutions to human social problems seem possible. Creating Born Criminals shows how history can guide us in our response to the reemergence of eugenics. The first social history of biological theories of crime in sixty years, it examines those theories' origins and content, showing their undue influence on crime control in the United States.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review
"In a highly readable and superbly researched study, Dr. Rafter traces the origins of the evocative concept of the 'defective delinquent'. She explores the complex origins of biocriminology, which can be traced to several discrete developments of the mid-nineteenth century, the most important of which was the discovery of abnormal mental states distinct from flagrant insanity... Dr. Rafter never allows us to forget the implications of her work for modern policy-making." -- Phillip Jenkins, American Historical Review
About the Author
Nicole Hahn Rafter is a professor in the College of Criminal Justice, Northeastern University. Her most recent book is White Trash: The Eugenic Family Studies, 1877-1919.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Creating Born Criminals CB
Seller Image
Creating Born Criminals
Published by
University of Illinois Press, 1997
ISBN 10: 0252022378
ISBN 13: 9780252022371
Used
Hardcover
Seller: -OnTimeBooks-, Phoenix, AZ, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: good. A copy that has been read, remains in good condition. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. The spine and cover show signs of wear. Pages can include notes and highlighting and show signs of wear, and the copy can include "From the library of" labels or previous owner inscriptions. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships via media mail. Seller Inventory # OTV.0252022378.G
Stock Image
Creating Born Criminals : Biological Theories of Crime and Eugenics
Published by
University of Illinois Press, 1997
ISBN 10: 0252022378
ISBN 13: 9780252022371
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 357052-6
Stock Image
Creating Born Criminals
Published by
University of Illinois Press, 1997
ISBN 10: 0252022378
ISBN 13: 9780252022371
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0252022378I3N00
Stock Image
Creating Born Criminals
Published by
University of Illinois Press, 1997
ISBN 10: 0252022378
ISBN 13: 9780252022371
Used
Hardcover
Seller: BookResQ., West Valley City, UT, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
hardcover. Condition: Good. No dust jacket. Ex-library book with typical stickers and stampings. Priority Mail is available on this item. No international shipping. Seller Inventory # A120725afmug173334
Seller Image
Creating Born Criminals
Published by
University of Illinois Press, Urbana, IL, 1997
ISBN 10: 0252022378
ISBN 13: 9780252022371
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Books on the Square, Virden, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1997 1st Printing. Near Fine Hardback Book in Near Fine Dust Jacket. A clean, tight copy in a lightly rubbed jacket. 284pp. Sm4to. (E). Seller Inventory # 016255
Seller Image
Creating Born Criminals.
Published by
University of Illinois Press, 1997., Urbana:, 1997
ISBN 10: 0252022378
ISBN 13: 9780252022371
Used
Softcover
Seller: Jeff Weber Rare Books, Neuchatel, NEUCH, Switzerland
Seller rating 3 out of 5 stars
8vo. xi, [3], 284, [2] pp. Index. Pictorial wrappers. Near fine. ISBN: 0252022378 Winner of the Hervey B. Wilbur Historic Preservation Award given by the American Association on Mental Retardation, 1999. "Genetic screening, new reproductive technologies, gene therapies, and the reality of cloning all make biological solutions to human social problems seem possible. Creating Born Criminals shows how history can guide us in our response to the reemergence of eugenics. The first social history of biological theories of crime in sixty years, it examines those theories' origins and content, showing their undue influence on crime control in the United States." â" Johns Hopkins University Press. Seller Inventory # PW1596
Buy Used
£ 17.77
£ 21.80 shipping
Ships from Switzerland to U.S.A.
Ships from Switzerland to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available