Crime, Deviance and Social Control
Published on 6. September 1999
Book
Paperback/Softback
139 pages
978-0-340-74924-1 (ISBN)
Description
An examination of different sociological perspectives on crime and deviant behaviour in our society. It covers: patterns of criminal behaviour; explaining crime - structural and interpretative approaches; sociological perspectives on suicide; and defining, measuring and controlling crime. The text should be suitable for both linear and modular courses, and has an exam focus. It features sample questions and skills advice.
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Hodder Arnold
Target group
College/higher education
Product notice
Paperback (UK-trade)
Illustrations
5 b&w photographs
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 139 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Weight
212 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-340-74924-1 (9780340749241)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
Defining crime and deviance; measuring crime and its effects; patterns of criminal behaviour; explaining crime - interpretative approaches; suicide - sociological debates; controlling crime.