Criminological Theory Past to Present Essential Readings

"In this comprehensive anthology, noted criminologists Francis F. Cullen and Robert Agnew take readers on an excursion from past to present, reviewing classic and contemporary theories of crime. Students are introduced to the foundations of criminology and to the competing theories that will shape thinking about crime in the years ahead." "Building on the success of the Second Edition, the Third Edition features nine new selections. Two new sections have been added: "Conservative Criminology" and "Environmental Criminology." Updated introductory essays provide in-depth reviews of the different theories and their relationship to one another. The Third Edition also begins with a unique "Guide for Readers" - an essay that helps students understand both the structure of criminological theory and how to use the book's readings most effectively."--BOOK JACKET.Cullen, Francis T. is the author of 'Criminological Theory Past to Present Essential Readings', published 2006 under ISBN 9780195330618 and ISBN 0195330617.