Criminology Today: An Integrative Introduction, 9th edition

Published by Pearson (January 1, 2021) © 2019

  • Frank Schmalleger Emeritus, University of North Carolina
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Criminology Today is a clear and thorough introduction to criminology. It will prompt you to think critically about the causes of crime and the link between crime theories and policies. With a hallmark theme of social problems versus individual responsibility, the text uses real stories, issues and examples to bring to life both historical and modern criminological approaches.

New developments in criminology appear throughout, including how crime and criminals have changed and what these changes mean for individuals and the nation as a whole. Chapter topics are illustrated with case examples, and Criminal Profiles boxes offer insight into the lives and criminal motivations of notorious offenders.

The 9th Edition expands coverage of terrorism and cyberterrorism, including with an overview of types of terrorist groups, as well as the findings and recommendations of special committees and government bodies.

PART 1: CRIME AND CRIMINOLOGY

  1. What Is Criminology—Understanding Crime and Criminals
  2. Where Do Theories Come From?—From Idea to Evidence

PART 2: CRIME CAUSATION

  1. Classical and Neoclassical Thought—Choice or Consequences
  2. Early Biological Perspectives on Criminal Behavior—It’s What We Are
  3. Biosocial and Other Contemporary Perspectives—Interaction Is Key
  4. Psychological and Psychiatric Foundations of Criminal Behavior—It’s How We Think

PART 3: CRIME CAUSATION REVISITED

  1. Social Structure Theories—It’s How We Live
  2. Theories of Social Process and Social Development—It’s What We Learn
  3. Social Conflict Theories—It’s How We Relate

PART 4: THE CRIME PICTURE

  1. Criminal Victimization—It’s Personal
  2. Crimes Against Persons—It’s What We Fear
  3. Crimes Against Property—It’s What We Lose
  4. White-Collar and Organized Crime—Crime As a Job
  5. Drug and Sex Crimes—Recreational Offenses
  6. Technology and Crime—It’s a Double-Edged Sword
  7. Globalization and Terrorism—Our Small World

Epilogue: Future Directions—It’s What’s To Come

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