1st Edition

Theories of Crime

Edited By Ian Marsh Copyright 2006
214 Pages 1 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

214 Pages 1 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

214 Pages 1 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

Presenting a clear, comprehensive review of theoretical thinking on crime, this book encourages students to develop a deeper understanding of classic and contemporary theories and provides an interdisciplinary approach to criminology through the contributions of sociology, psychology and biology. A key text for any undergraduate student following programmes in criminology and criminal justice,... Read more

1. Introduction: Crime - The Historical Context  2. Biological Explanations for Criminal Behaviour  3. Psychological Explanations for Criminal Behaviour  4. Sociological Explanations for the Criminal Behaviour  5. Explaining the Criminal Behaviour of Women  6. Explaining the Criminal Behaviour of Ethnic Minorities

Biography

Ian Marsh