An Introduction to Critical Criminology by Pamela Ugwudike (English) Hardcover B

Publisher Description

Critical criminological theories and perspectives are typically major components of Criminology degree courses. An Introduction to Critical Criminology is the first accessible text on these topics for students of criminology, sociology and social policy. Written by an experienced lecturer who specialises in the topic, it offers an in-depth but accessible introduction to foundational and contemporary theories and perspectives in critical criminology.

Table of Contents

Introduction;Part One: Foundational critical criminology;What is critical criminology?;The labelling perspective;Conflict perspectives in criminology;Marxist criminology;Part Two: Critiquing foundational critical criminology: challenges from Left and Right;The advent of neo-conservative criminology;Left realism: criticisms from within?;Feminist critiques;Part Three: Contemporary critical criminology;Critical perspectives on crimes of the powerful;Green criminology;Cultural criminology;Critical Race Theory;Part Four: Critical perspectives on punishment;Punishment and control;Part Five: Conclusions;Future directions in critical criminology.

Review

"Ugwudike has done an excellent job, drawing together many of the radical, critical and conflict voices and perspectives in criminology, while evaluating them in a way that will be both interesting and accessible for readers." Peter Squires, University of Brighton "This clearly written introduction is a welcome addition. Pamela Ugwudike presents complex ideas in an accessible fashion, revealing the weighty contribution of critical perspectives within criminology and including under-represented feminist and critical race theories." Professor Mary Bosworth, University of Oxford & Editor, Theoretical Criminology

Long Description

Critical criminological theories and perspectives are typically major components of Criminology degree courses. An Introduction to Critical Criminology is the first accessible text on these topics for students of criminology, sociology and social policy. Written by an experienced lecturer who specialises in the topic, it offers an in-depth but accessible introduction to foundational and contemporary theories and perspectives in critical criminology.

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"An incisive introduction to critical criminology that is rich in theoretical concepts and illustrated with vivid examples. This is a valuable resource for scholars and students alike."

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