Explaining — Criminals And Crime: Essays In Conte...

, edited by Raymond Paternoster and Ronet Bachman, is a foundational textbook designed to make complex criminological theories accessible to undergraduate students. Key Features

: Travis Hirschi and Michael Gottfredson (Self-Control). Explaining Criminals and Crime: Essays in Conte...

The collection categorizes major theories to help students understand the "why" behind criminal behavior: , edited by Raymond Paternoster and Ronet Bachman,

: Reviews from Amazon note the text is very detailed and thorough, though it lacks heavy visual elements like graphs or pictures. Explaining Criminals and Crime: Essays in Conte...

: Includes bibliographical references for further research, though some readers have noted the absence of a glossary. Core Theoretical Perspectives Included

: Contributions by Ronald Clarke and Derek Cornish. Publication Details