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>