• Written with one single focus in mind: students. Criminology is a new style of core textbook that speaks directly to students - encouraging, engaging, and enthusing at all times
• Clear, no-nonsense explanation is combined with constant emphasis on a critical approach - 'telling it like it is' boxes explore the particular viewpoints of the expert authors, while 'what do you think?' features challenge students to develop their own opinions
• 'Conversations' boxes bring in voices from across the world of criminology and criminal justice, including interviews with police officers, researchers, probation officers, students, and employability experts. These reinforce the applied nature of the discussion - showing students the impact that criminological research and policy has on practice
• Logical structure takes the reader on a journey from their first steps in criminology through to becoming a researcher of criminology and exploring opportunities for potential employment
• Accompanied by extensive online resources, which include selected further readings and web links, over 100 multiple choice questions, advice on 'decoding' academic articles, and numerous time-saving resources for teaching staff

   
CRIMINOLOGY. Thorough. Engaging. Distinctive. 

'From the moment you begin to study criminology, you should consider yourself a criminologist' -- Steve Case, Chapter 2 
    

Criminology is a core, introductory textbook that takes students further. From the first chapter, students are encouraged to regard themselves as producers of criminological knowledge. Starting from the basics, the book takes students on a journey through the subject. This begins with what crime is and the theories that try to explain it, through society's response to crime, and ultimately to how to carry out independent research and plan first steps in a career. 

The critical, applied approach is emphasized through some of the many features that are integrated throughout the book. These include conversations with authentic voices from the field, compelling personal insights from the authors, and challenges to students to question assumptions, apply knowledge and critically reflect on their personal viewpoints. 

The ultimate goal behind Criminology is a bold, important, and ambitious one. Both student-focused and research engaged, the purpose of the book is to contribute towards producing the next generation of criminologists who are switched-on, excited, active, and - above all - critical.