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Crime

Critical Concepts in Sociology

Edited by Philip Bean

Introduction by Philip Bean

Published December 12th 2002 by Routledge – 1,888 pages

Series: Critical Concepts in Sociology

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This four-volume collection deals with the causes and prevention of crime as well as the treatment and punishment of its perpetrators. While taking a sociological approach to the subject, the articles gathered in this collection reflect the diversity of related fields and theoretical traditions which inform the study of crime - including economics, history, psychology and anthropology. The set provides an historical overview of the development of the study of crime and a picture of the field as it currently stands.

With a new introduction and a thorough index, this collection is an invaluable resource for those studying this rapidly developing area.

Name: Crime: Critical Concepts in Sociology (Hardback) – Routledge 
Description: Edited by Philip BeanIntroduction by Philip Bean. This four-volume collection deals with the causes and prevention of crime as well as the treatment and punishment of its perpetrators. While taking a sociological approach to the subject, the articles gathered in this collection reflect the diversity of...
Categories: Sociology, Criminology and Criminal Justice