{"product_id":"9780335229147","title":"Key Perspectives in Criminology","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis book is an invaluable reference for those new to the field of criminology, who are looking for a clear outline of the major perspectives and traditions found in criminology.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe author has outlined the ideas, concepts and traditions of the key theoretical perspectives that drive contemporary debate. Topics discussed include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Anomie theory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Classical criminology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Critical criminology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Labelling theory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Positivism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Post-modernism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Subcultural theory \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKey Perspectives in Criminology\u003c\/i\u003e is not simply a dictionary of criminology, but a welcome introduction for those with a genuine interest in the terms, concepts, themes and debates in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJohn Tierney is Senior Lecturer in the School of Applied Social Sciences at Durham University, UK. His research interests include criminological theory and its historical development, and alcohol consumption, crime and disorder.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Open University Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47008261669104,"sku":"9780335229147","price":43.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780335229147_p0.jpg?v=1763686177","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780335229147","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}