TY - BOOK AU - Morgan,Rodney AU - Reiner,Robert AU - Maguire,Mike TI - The Oxford handbook of criminology SN - 9780199590278 (pbk.) AV - HV6025 .O87 2012 PY - 2012/// CY - New York, NY PB - Oxford University Press KW - Criminology KW - Handbooks, manuals, etc N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index N2 - "The most comprehensive and authoritative single volume guide to criminology. Brings together contributions from leading academics detailing the relevant theory, recent research, policy developments, and current debates, enabling students to fully appreciate the diverse array of viewpoints in criminological discourse. Includes detailed references enabling readers to further research the topics discussed. Features an extensive online resource centre providing additional teaching and learning materials for both students and lecturers. This Edition features completely new chapters on: * The state of modern criminology * Public views about crime and justice * Youth crime and justice * Developmental and life-course criminology * The organisation of serious crimes for gain * Terrorism and counter-terrorism * State crime and human rights * Community sanctions * Out-of-court decisions: cautions, fixed penalties, breach, parole." -- publisher's website ER -