Criminology: The Key Concepts

Criminology: The Key Concepts Synopsis

Criminology: The Key Concepts is an authoritative and comprehensive study guide and reference resource that will take you through all the concepts, approaches, issues and institutions central to the study of crime in contemporary society.Topics covered in this easy to use A-Z guide include:policing, sentencing and the justice systemtypes of crime, including corporate crime, cybercrime, sex and hate crimesfeminist, marxist and cultural approaches to criminologyterrorism, state crime, war crimes and human rightssocial issues such as anti-social behaviour, domestic violence and pornographycriminal psychology and devianceFully cross-referenced, with extensive suggestions for further reading and in-depth study of the topics discussed, this is an essential reference guide for students of Criminology at all levels.