Fifty Key Thinkers In Criminology

<P><EM>Fifty Key Thinkers in Criminology </EM>brings the history of criminological thought alive through a collection of fascinating life stories. The book covers a range of historical and contemporary thinkers from around the world, offering a stimulating combination of biographical fact with historical and cultural context. A rich mix of life-and-times detail and theoretical reflection is designed to generate further discussion on some of the key contributions that have shaped the field of criminology. Featured profiles include:</P><UL><LI>Cesare Beccaria</LI><LI>Nils Christie</LI><LI>Albert Cohen</LI><LI>Carol Smart</LI><LI>W. E. B. DuBois</LI><LI>John Braithwaite.</LI></UL><P><EM>Fifty Key Thinkers in Criminology</EM> is an accessible and informative guide that includes helpful cross-referencing and suggestions for further reading. It is of value to all students of criminology and of interest to those in related disciplines, such as sociology and criminal justice.</P>