The Oxford Handbook of Criminology 5th edition by Rod Morgan, Mike Maguire, Robert Reiner ISBN 0199590273 978-0199590278

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ISBN 10:  0199590273
ISBN 13: 978-0199590278
Author: Rod Morgan, Mike Maguire, Robert Reiner

The most comprehensive and authoritative single volume text on the subject, the fifth edition of the acclaimed Oxford Handbook of Criminology combines masterly reviews of all the key topics with extensive references to aid further research.

In addition to the history of the discipline and reviews of different theoretical perspectives, the book provides up-to-date reviews of diverse topics as public views about crime and justice, youth crime and justice and state crime and human rights.

The fifth edition has been substantially revised and updated so that it covers topics being taught at undergraduate level as well as encapsulating the latest developments in the academic and practical spheres of criminology. An impressive line-up of contributors, experts in their respective fields, means the Oxford Handbook of Criminology will continue to be an essential purchase for all students and teachers of criminology and an indispensable resource for professionals.

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* Selected chapters from previous editions
* Details about the contributors
* Guidance on answering essay questions
* Essay questions
* Selected further reading
* Weblinks
* Figures and tables from the text

The Oxford Handbook of Criminology 5th Table of contents:

Preface

• Overview of the 5th Edition
• The Evolution of Criminology
• Acknowledgments

Part I: The Nature of Crime and Criminology

1. The Development of Criminology

   • The Rise of Criminology as a Discipline
   • Key Theories and Approaches in Criminology
   • The Role of Criminology in Society
   • Criminology’s Interdisciplinary Nature

2. Understanding Crime: Definition and Measurement

   • What is Crime?
   • Crime Statistics and Data Collection
   • The Problem of Crime Measurement: Challenges and Methods
   • International and Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Crime

3. Types of Crime

   • Violent Crime: Murder, Assault, and Domestic Violence
   • Property Crime: Burglary, Larceny, and Vandalism
   • White-Collar and Corporate Crime
   • Organized Crime and Terrorism
   • Cybercrime and Emerging Crimes in the Digital Age

Part II: Theories of Crime
4. Classical and Rational Choice Theories

• Early Theories of Crime and Punishment
• Rational Choice Theory and Crime Prevention
• Deterrence and its Effectiveness

5. Biological and Psychological Theories

   • Genetic and Neurological Factors in Criminal Behavior
   • Psychological Theories of Crime: From Freud to Behavioral Psychology
   • Personality and Crime: Psychopathy and Antisocial Behavior

6. Sociological Theories of Crime

   • Structural Functionalism and Crime
   • Strain and Anomie Theories
   • Social Learning Theories and Delinquency
   • Social Control and Labeling Theories

7. Critical Criminology and Conflict Theory

   • Marxist Approaches to Crime
   • The Role of Class, Power, and Inequality in Crime
   • Feminist Criminology
   • Postmodernism and Crime

Part III: Criminal Justice and the Criminal Process
8. The Police and Law Enforcement

• The Role and Function of Police in Crime Control
• Police Practices: Investigations, Patrolling, and Use of Force
• Issues in Policing: Corruption, Discrimination, and Accountability

9. The Courts and Sentencing

   • The Criminal Justice Process: From Arrest to Conviction
   • Courtroom Procedures and Legal Representation
   • Theories and Practices of Sentencing
   • Sentencing Reforms and Alternatives

10. Punishment and Corrections

• Theories of Punishment: Retribution, Deterrence, Rehabilitation, and Restorative Justice
• Prisons: Purpose, Conditions, and Reform
• Alternatives to Incarceration: Probation, Parole, and Electronic Monitoring
• Juvenile Justice and Youth Detention

Part IV: Contemporary Issues in Criminology
11. Crime and Social Inequality

• The Relationship Between Crime and Race, Ethnicity, and Social Class
• Crime and Gender: Feminist Perspectives
• The Impact of Poverty and Marginalization on Crime
• Crime, Immigration, and Social Exclusion

12. Criminology and Technology

• Cybercrime and Digital Offenses
• Social Media, Surveillance, and Privacy Issues
• The Role of Technology in Crime Prevention and Policing
• The Ethics of Digital Surveillance

13. Global Perspectives on Crime

• International Crime and Global Crime Networks
• Human Trafficking, Drug Trade, and Organized Crime
• Comparative Criminology: Crime Across Cultures
• The Role of International Institutions in Crime Control

14. Criminology and Social Policy

• Crime Prevention and Community Safety
• Policing, Crime Reduction, and Social Control Policies
• Reforms in the Criminal Justice System
• The Impact of Political and Economic Contexts on Crime Policies

Part V: Research and Methods in Criminology
15. Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods

• Methods of Crime Data Collection: Surveys, Interviews, and Observations
• Ethical Issues in Criminological Research
• Evaluating Criminological Studies: Biases and Limitations

16. Criminology and Evidence-Based Practice

• The Role of Evidence in Shaping Criminological Theories
• The Intersection of Research and Policy
• Crime Prevention Programs and Their Effectiveness
• The Future of Criminological Research

Conclusion

• Reflections on the State of Criminology
• The Future Directions of Criminological Research and Practice

Index

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