Understanding Deviance: A Guide to the Sociology of Crime and Rule Breaking
Year: 1985
Type: article
Abstract: This is a non-partisan review of the major sociological theories of crime and deviance. It begins with the work of the Chicago School of the 1920s and proceeds chronologically through the main theoretical positions to reach contemporary work on Left Realism and feminist criminology. The principal aim is to introduce students to ideas in a manner that is clear and accessible but not biased. The strengths and weaknesses of each theory are assessed so that the reader is able to make an informed judgement about its worth.
DOI: 10.2307/3339992
Authors: Daniel J. Koenig, David Downes, Paul Rock
Language: English
Subfield: Sociology and Political Science
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W2030028211