It is remarkable how little is known about Hirschi's life and career. John H. Laub's introduction combines a discerning account of Hirschi's life and work, accompanied by an interview with the author. Laub's volume covers various topics: methodological issues; principles of casual analysis; criteria of causality; longitudinal research on crime; rules and the study of deviant behavior; correlations between crime and delinquency; control theory of delinquency; intelligence, causes, and prevention of delinquency; family structure and crime; theory of crime; crime and criminality; deviance; white collar crime; and juvenile justice systems.
Now available in paperback, this is an invaluable text for courses in criminology, as well as a valuable addition to professional libraries.
It is remarkable how little is known about Hirschi's life and career. John H. Laub's introduction combines a discerning account of Hirschi's life and work, accompanied by an interview with the author. Laub's volume covers various topics: methodological issues; principles of casual analysis; criteria of causality; longitudinal research on crime; rules and the study of deviant behavior; correlations between crime and delinquency; control theory of delinquency; intelligence, causes, and prevention of delinquency; family structure and crime; theory of crime; crime and criminality; deviance; white collar crime; and juvenile justice systems.
Now available in paperback, this is an invaluable text for courses in criminology, as well as a valuable addition to professional libraries.
The Craft of Criminology: Selected Papers
382The Craft of Criminology: Selected Papers
382Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780765801425 |
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Publisher: | Transaction Publishers |
Publication date: | 07/31/2002 |
Pages: | 382 |
Product dimensions: | 6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d) |