An Introduction to Criminological Theory and the Problem of Causation (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016)

This text offers a novel contribution to the literature on core criminological theory by introducing the complex issues relating to the structuring and analysing of causation. This text traces the paradigm shift, or drift, that has occurred in the history of criminology and shows how the problem of causation has been a leading factor in these theoretical developments. This short book is the first of its kind and is an introductory text designed to introduce both seasoned criminologists as well as students of criminology to the interesting intersections between the fields of criminology and the philosophy of the social sciences. The problem of causation is notoriously difficult and has plagued philosophers and scientists for centuries. Warr highlights the importance of grappling with this problem and demonstrates how it can lead to unsuccessful theorising and can prevent students from fully appreciating the development of thinking in criminology. This accessible account will prove to be a must-read for scholars of criminal justice, penology and philosophy of social science.

General

Imprint:	Springer International Publishing AG
Country of origin:	Switzerland
Release date:	February 2017
First published:	2016
Authors:	Jason Warr
Dimensions:	210 x 148 x 13mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	94
Edition:	1st ed. 2016
ISBN-13:	978-3-319-47445-8
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Psychology > Abnormal psychology Books > Humanities > Philosophy > Topics in philosophy > Social & political philosophy Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Crime & criminology > Causes & prevention of crime Books > Philosophy > Topics in philosophy > Social & political philosophy Promotions
LSN:	3-319-47445-6
Barcode:	9783319474458

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