Introduction to Criminology: Theories, Methods, and Criminal Behavior
by Frank E Hagan (9781412979719)

"Introduction to Criminology, Seventh Edition" is a comprehensive introduction to the study of criminology designed for an introductory undergraduate course in two- and four-year programs.The book focuses on the vital core of criminological theory--theory, method, and criminal behavior. Hagan investigates all forms of criminal activity, such as organized crime, white collar crime, political crime, and environmental crime. He explains the methods of operation, the effects on society, and how various theories account for criminal behavior.New to this edition: Expansion of material on psycho-social and bio-social theoriesAdditional coverage of terrorism in Ch. 11, along with ethics in the research methods chapter, Ch. 2New chapter on CybercrimeNew Epilogue on the future of crime and the newest criminological theoriesNew Career Feature BoxesNew Crime Files Feature BoxesEnd-of-Chapter Web Research ExercisesFormer final chapter on the criminal justice system will be removed from the book and posted on the study siteNew full-color design and photo programIn-text links to study siteExpanded study site resources including video of the author and original podcasts recorded by the author for each chapterBlackboard and Web CT compatibility

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