NCJ Number
249497
Date Published
2013
Length
536 pages
Annotation
This reference text is an authoritative resource covering key concepts, theories, and methods of criminology and criminal justice.
Abstract
This reference work comprehensively covers modern concepts, theories, and methods of the criminology/criminal justice field. Consisting of over 300 entries, concepts are precisely defined to provide a clear understanding of the history and development of each topic, connections are made across various fields and issues, and over 90 international contributions from renowned academics and practitioners provide a global perspective. The work is centered on the criminology and criminal justice disciplines, however thorough coverage extends to the related fields of sociology, social policy, and cultural studies.