Criminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application

In Criminological Theories: Introduction, Evaluation, and Application, Eighth Edition, Ronald L. Akers, Christine S. Sellers, and Wesley G. Jennings provide a concise but thorough review and appraisal of the leading theories of crime and criminal justice. Based on the widespread success of the first seven editions, this landmark book keeps current with changes in the development, testing, integration, and application of important criminological theories. Each chapter has been updated and substantially revised in light of recent research and important changes in the theories. More extensive revision and updating have been done on biological and biosocial, psychological, social disorganization, and conflict theories.

Author: Ronald L. Akers, Christine S. Sellers, Wesley G. Jennings
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Published: 07/24/2020
Pages: 464
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.30lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.10w x 0.70d
ISBN13: 9780190935252
ISBN10: 0190935251
BISAC Categories:
- Social Science | Criminology

About the Author

Ronald L. Akers is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Sociology and Criminology & Law at the University of Florida.

Christine S. Sellers is Professor and Director of the School of Criminal Justice at Texas State University.

Wesley G. Jennings is Chair and Professor of Legal Studies at the University of Mississippi, and a Fellow of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences.