Explaining Criminals And Crime: — Essays In Conte...

: Travis Hirschi and Michael Gottfredson (Self-Control).

: Reviews from Amazon note the text is very detailed and thorough, though it lacks heavy visual elements like graphs or pictures. Explaining Criminals and Crime: Essays in Conte...

, edited by Raymond Paternoster and Ronet Bachman, is a foundational textbook designed to make complex criminological theories accessible to undergraduate students. Key Features : Travis Hirschi and Michael Gottfredson (Self-Control)

The collection categorizes major theories to help students understand the "why" behind criminal behavior: Explaining Criminals and Crime: Essays in Conte...