An Introduction to Critical Criminology

An Introduction to Critical Criminology offers an accessible introduction to foundational and contemporary theories and perspectives in critical criminology which introduces students to theories and perspectives about the causes of crime, and the operation of the criminal justice system.

Author: Pamela Ugwudike
Publisher: Policy Press
Published: 03/01/2015
Pages: 272
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.15lbs
Size: 9.60h x 6.70w x 0.70d
ISBN13: 9781447309420
ISBN10: 1447309421
BISAC Categories:
- Social Science | Criminology
- Social Science | Sociology | General

About the Author
Dr Pamela Ugwudike is Senior Lecturer in Criminology at the School of Law, Swansea University, Wales UK, where she teaches from year 1 to masters level students. After qualifying for the bar in Nigeria, Pamela studied her masters and PhD in Wales. Her specialist subjects are Critical Criminology, Penology, Criminal Justice Policy and Practice, Deterrence, Legal Compliance and the Legitimacy of Authority. She is also an active member of the British Society of Criminology, European Society of Criminology and American Society of Criminology.