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PublisherStanford University Press

ISBN-100804758204

ISBN-139780804758208

eBay Product ID (ePID)66243235

Product Key Features

Number of Pages288 Pages

Publication NameOut of Control : Assessing the General Theory of Crime

LanguageEnglish

SubjectCriminology, Self-Management / General

Publication Year2008

TypeTextbook

Subject AreaSocial Science, Self-Help

AuthorErich Goode

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.7 in

Item Weight24.4 Oz

Item Length10 in

Item Width7.4 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional

LCCN2008-005789

Dewey Edition22

Reviews"Goode delivers the first book-length treatment of self-control theory, taking it well beyond its original boundaries. The contributors are especially engaging and differ greatly in the extent to which they are convinced by the theory. Whether a friend or foe of the theory, you will find here a thoughtful set of essays that expand your appreciation for the theory's contributions by linking it directly to both crime and criminological thinking. A must-read for serious students of criminology." -Gary LaFree, University of Maryland, "Goode delivers the first book length treatment of self control theory, taking it well beyond its original boundaries. The contributors are especially engaging and differ greatly in the extent to which they are convinced by the theory. Whether a friend or foe of the theory, you will find here a thoughtful set of essays that expand your appreciation for the theory's contributions by linking it directly to both crime and criminological thinking. A must-read for serious students of criminology." -Gary LaFree, University of Maryland, "An excellent, balanced exploration of self-control theory that leaves readers with a clear understanding of the limitations as well as the strengths of the theory."- CHOICE, "Goode delivers the first book-length treatment of self-control theory, taking it well beyond its original boundaries. The contributors are especially engaging and differ greatly in the extent to which they are convinced by the theory. Whether a friend or foe of the theory, you will find here a thoughtful set of essays that expand your appreciation for the theory's contributions by linking it directly to both crime and criminological thinking. A must-read for serious students of criminology."-Gary LaFree, University of Maryland, "An excellent, balanced exploration of self-control theory that leaves readers with a clear understanding of the limitations as well as the strengths of the theory."-- CHOICE, "This book provides a good review of the criticism of Gottfredson and Hirschi's theories and a useful summary of common debates and arguments surrounding the role of self-control in crime causation. No other texts haveconsolidated these important arguments." --Per-Olof H. Wikström, University of Cambridge, "This book provides a good review of the criticism of Gottfredson and Hirschi's theories and a useful summary of common debates and arguments surrounding the role of self-control in crime causation. No other texts haveconsolidated these important arguments." —Per-Olof H. Wikström, University of Cambridge, "An excellent, balanced exploration of self-control theory that leaves readers with a clear understanding of the limitations as well as the strengths of the theory."— CHOICE, "Goode delivers the first book-length treatment of self-control theory, taking it well beyond its original boundaries. The contributors are especially engaging and differ greatly in the extent to which they are convinced by the theory. Whether a friend or foe of the theory, you will find here a thoughtful set of essays that expand your appreciation for the theory's contributions by linking it directly to both crime and criminological thinking. A must-read for serious students of criminology."--Gary LaFree, University of Maryland, "This book provides a good review of the criticism of Gottfredson and Hirschi's theories and a useful summary of common debates and arguments surrounding the role of self-control in crime causation. No other texts have consolidated these important arguments." -Per-Olof H. Wikström, University of Cambridge, "This book provides a good review of the criticism of Gottfredson and Hirschi's theories and a useful summary of common debates and arguments surrounding the role of self-control in crime causation. No other texts haveconsolidated these important arguments." -Per-Olof H. Wikström, University of Cambridge, "Goode delivers the first book-length treatment of self-control theory, taking it well beyond its original boundaries. The contributors are especially engaging and differ greatly in the extent to which they are convinced by the theory. Whether a friend or foe of the theory, you will find here a thoughtful set of essays that expand your appreciation for the theory's contributions by linking it directly to both crime and criminological thinking. A must-read for serious students of criminology."—Gary LaFree, University of Maryland

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal364.01

Table Of ContentIntroduction to Heritage Resources Law. Federal Compliance Statutes. Federal Enforcement Statutes. Native American Heritage Resources. Heritage Resources in the Marine Environment.

SynopsisA supplemental textbook that examines the self-control theory of crime from a range of perspectives, both supportive and critical., Out of Control promises to be a key supplemental textbook in criminology and sociology courses, both at the undergraduate and graduate level. Providing an indispensable overview of Gottfredson and Hirschi's influential self-control theory, this fundamental text evaluates whether the theory truly helps us to understand the facts of crime. A range of prominent criminologists offers diverse views in fifteen original essays, providing students with the first proper assessment of self-control theory. This lucid book addresses important general considerations relevant to the theory, its relationship to other theories of crime, and its relevance to different types of crime. The book ends with a response from the originators of the theory, who tackle their critics' concerns and offer new explanations and revisions. This compelling text will be an asset for academics, researchers, and students interested in explaining criminal behavior.

LC Classification NumberHV6018