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Criminology: A Sociological Understanding 8th Edition By Steven E Barkan

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Pages: 461
File size: 23.95 MB
Format: Digital PDF
Course: Education
Category: eBook[PDF]

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Criminology: A Sociological Understanding (8th Edition) by Steven E. Barkan is a comprehensive textbook that examines crime through a sociological lens, analyzing how social structure, social inequality, and demographic factors shape criminal behavior and societal reactions. Published by Pearson, this edition features updated data, crime statistics, and recent research findings. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Key Features and Themes

Core Sociological Focus: Explores the deep impacts of race, ethnicity, gender, and social class on crime rates and how individuals are handled by the legal system. [1]
Structural Roots Critique: Argues that understanding the root social causes of crime is essential to reducing it, rather than relying solely on "get tough" correctional measures. [1, 2]
Media and Public Perception: Explores how public fear and systemic biases are shaped by news media coverage of crime. [1]
Specialized Chapters: Includes crucial, dedicated sections covering violence against women, political crime, and systemic policing dilemmas in democratic environments. [1]