Book Review of Criminology (2nd Edition)

Tara Harrison

Truman State University, United States of America

Abstract:

For years, people have been fascinated by violent crime. Consequently, criminality has become a source of entertainment. This phenomenon is used effectively by Schmalleger to encourage his readers to examine crime, its changing definitions, and its various forms. Furthermore, it is acknowledged that conflicting viewpoints about crime-causation exists. This diversity of opinion is considered a strength by Schmalleger since it provides insight into the many motivations behind contemporary crime. It is within this exploration that the author considers current crime rates, ultimately concluding that "we may be on the cusp of a new cycle of increased crime" (p. 13). The early chapters of this text will prove especially valuable to readers since it is there that the author delves into a number of explanations for violent and bizarre behaviors.

Keyword:

criminality ,biological component ,electronically-based ,Frank Schmalleger