Criminological theory : the essentials / Stephen G. Tibbetts

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction to the book : an overview of issues in criminological theory -- Pre-classical and classical theories of crime -- Modern applications of the classical perspective : deterrence, rational choice -- And routine activities or lifestyle theories of crime -- Early positive school perspectives of criminality -- Modern biosocial perspectives of criminal behavior -- Early social structure and strain theories of crime -- The Chicago School and cultural and subcultural theories of crime -- Social process and learning theories of crime -- Social reaction, critical, and feminist models of crime -- Life-course perspectives of criminality -- Integrated theoretical models and new perspectives of crime -- Applying criminological theory to policy.

Criminological Theory: The Essentials, Second Edition is a brief, yet comprehensive overview of history's most renowned criminologists and their theories. Renowned author, Stephen G. Tibbetts, combines policy implications brought about by theoretical perspectives that have developed from recent critical work with practical applications to compel the reader to apply theories to the contemporary social milieu. The Second Edition includes new citations and references regarding empirical studies that have examined the validity of various theoretical models and propositions in recent years. The text is ideal for introductory criminology courses covering criminological theory.