Thinking About Criminology

First published in 1998. Thinking about criminology draws together the expertise of respected criminologists from the principle contemporary schools of thought. The book aims to provide a clear analysis of the relationship between sociological theory and contemporary empirical criminological research, discussing the ways in which theoretical perspectives have contributed to the understanding of relevant criminal justice institutions, law and policy.

Simon Holdaway is Professor of Sociology, University of Sheffield. Paul Rock is Professor of Social Institutions, London School of Economics.