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With an in-depth analysis of all areas of criminological theory and crime typologies, this best-selling text provides you with the tools you need to succeed in your criminology course. Studying is made easy with chapter objectives, end-of-chapter reviews, key concepts, concepts summary tables, and newsworthy examples that help you see how what you are learning applies in the real world.
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The previous (ninth) edition of this enduring text is cited in Resources for College Libraries. Siegel (criminal justice, U. of Massachusetts, Lowell) has updated his text for undergraduates, which introduces major topics and theories, mainly by presenting more contemporary case examples to illustrate concepts. Chapter subjects include: rational choice theory, trait theories, social process theories, public order crime, cyber crime and technology, police and the courts, and white-collar and organized crime. Chapter summaries and review questions are included. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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