Understanding Crime
A Multidisciplinary Approach
1st Edition
Published on 1. April 2005
Book
Paperback/Softback
282 pages
978-1-59345-966-6 (ISBN)
Description
Explores the interdisciplinary nature and potential of the field of criminology, covering the fields of sociology, economics, psychology, biology, philosophy and religious studies. The conclusion demonstrates various theoretical approaches for policy development and discusses opportunities for incorporating academic contributions into the political process.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Cincinnati
United States
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Inc
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 254 mm
Width: 178 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
536 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-59345-966-6 (9781593459666)
Copyright in bibliographic data and cover images is held by Nielsen Book Services Limited or by the publishers or by their respective licensors: all rights reserved.
Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
Book
08/2016
1st Edition
Routledge
€250.60
Shipment within 10-20 days
E-Book
09/2014
1st Edition
Routledge
€69.99
Available for download
E-Book
09/2014
1st Edition
Routledge
€69.99
Available for download
Persons
Authored by Guarino-Ghezzi, Susan; Trevino, A. Javier
Content
1. Introduction: A Multidisciplined Approach to Crime 2. Sociological Perspectives on Crime 3. Economics and Crime 4. Psychological Perspectives on Crime 5. Biological Perspectives on Crime 6. Philosophy and Crime 7. Religious Studies and Crime 8. Conclusion: Toward an Interdisciplinary Understanding of Crime