An Introduction to Life-Course Criminology Paperback / softback
by Christoffer Carlsson, Jerzy Sarnecki
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Most people engage in crime at some point in their lives, but why does almost everybody stop soon after? And, why do a small number of offenders persist in crime?
These two questions constitute the core of the field often known as life-course criminology. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to life-course criminology.
It covers the dominant theories and methodologies in the field and equips you with all you need to succeed in your studies on the subject. The book: Discusses the methodologies of life-course and longitudinal researchExplains and critiques the major theories of life-course criminologyConsiders the issues of risk, prediction, onset, persistence and desistance of criminal activityDraws on research from studies in Europe, the UK, US and Australia, including the Stockholm Life-Course Project Written by two leading figures in the field, this is an authoritative text that will guide you through your studies in life-course criminology, criminal career research, and developmental criminology.
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:184 pages
- Publisher:Sage Publications Ltd
- Publication Date:15/12/2015
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- ISBN:9781446275917
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In Stock - low on stock, only 1 copy remainingFree UK DeliveryEstimated delivery 2-3 working days
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:184 pages
- Publisher:Sage Publications Ltd
- Publication Date:15/12/2015
- Category:
- ISBN:9781446275917