This classic text, now revised and updated, presents objective and thorough accounts of the many types of criminology theories in a clear and readable fashion.

Theoretical Criminology

Politics & Social Sciences

Vold, George B.

Social Sciences

Oxford University Press

The standard text in the field, Vold's Theoretical Criminology is universally known by scholars in the discipline. Taking a largely historical approach, it discusses both classic and contemporary theories, presenting historical context and empirical research for each one. The book concludes with a chapter on assessing theories and their policy implications.

Vold's Theoretical Criminology

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