About the book
An indispensable resource for all levels, this handbook provides up-to-date, in-depth summaries of the most important theories in criminology.
- Provides original, cutting-edge, and in-depth summaries of the most important theories in criminology
- Covers the origins and assumptions behind each theory, explores current debates and research, points out knowledge gaps, and offers directions for future research
- Encompasses theory, research, policy, and practice, with recommendations for further reading at the end of each essay
- Features discussions of broad issues and topics related to the field, such as the correlates of crime, testing theory, policy, and prediction
- Clearly and accessibly written by leading scholars in the field as well as up-and-coming scholars
Editions of The Handbook of Criminological Theory
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781118512388
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781119110750
- EBook
- ISBN 9781118512364
- EBook
- ISBN 9781118512432
- EBook
- ISBN 9781118512449
- EBook
- ISBN 9781118512326
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An indispensable resource for all levels, this handbook provides up-to-date, in-depth summaries of the most important theories in criminology.
- Provides original, cutting-edge, and in-depth summaries of the most important theories in criminology
- Covers the origins and assumptions behind each theory, explores current debates and research, points out knowledge gaps, and offers directions for future research
- Encompasses theory, research, policy, and practice, with recommendations for further reading at the end of each essay
- Features discussions of broad issues and topics related to the field, such as the correlates of crime, testing theory, policy, and prediction
- Clearly and accessibly written by leading scholars in the field as well as up-and-coming scholars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Handbook of Criminological Theory about?
An indispensable resource for all levels, this handbook provides up-to-date, in-depth summaries of the most important theories in criminology.
- Provides original, cutting-edge, and in-depth summaries of the most important theories in criminology
- Covers the origins and assumptions behind each theory, explores current debates and research, points out knowledge gaps, and offers directions for future research
- Encompasses theory, research, policy, and practice, with recommendations for further reading at the end of each essay
- Features discussions of broad issues and topics related to the field, such as the correlates of crime, testing theory, policy, and prediction
- Clearly and accessibly written by leading scholars in the field as well as up-and-coming scholars
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Handbook of Criminological Theory?
Society and Social Sciences > Social services and welfare, criminology > Crime and criminology
Where can I read a sample of The Handbook of Criminological Theory?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781118512388
Is The Handbook of Criminological Theory part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Wiley Handbooks in Criminology and Criminal Justice
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Handbook of Criminological Theory?
Alex R. Piquero
Who is the Publisher of the book The Handbook of Criminological Theory?
Wiley
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Handbook of Criminological Theory is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781118512388) and paperback(ISBN 9781119110750) and ebook(ISBN 9781118512364) and ebook(ISBN 9781118512432) and ebook(ISBN 9781118512449) and ebook(ISBN 9781118512326)
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