History of Criminology: A Philosophical Perspective

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Jones has written a valuable analysis of the criminological enterprise. More than a history of schools of thought, ' the work is organized around philosophical paradigms that dominated periods of change in criminological theory, crime detection, and the treatment of offenders. This linkage of paradigm and practice offers a unique perspective for examining the roots of criminological thought in Europe and North America. Jone's approach provides an overview of important developments in both disciplines. His treatment of these pivotal points compares the work of major proponents in each discipline from 1764 to present. The author's discussions are easy to follow and draw out related developments from other disciplines, such as art, history and theology.... A worthwhile addition to any library with even a peripheral interest in criminology. Upper-division undergraduates and above.-Choice
"Jones has written a valuable analysis of the criminological enterprise. More than a history of schools of thought, ' the work is organized around philosophical paradigms that dominated periods of change in criminological theory, crime detection, and the treatment of offenders. This linkage of paradigm and practice offers a unique perspective for examining the roots of criminological thought in Europe and North America. Jone's approach provides an overview of important developments in both disciplines. His treatment of these pivotal points compares the work of major proponents in each discipline from 1764 to present. The author's discussions are easy to follow and draw out related developments from other disciplines, such as art, history and theology.... A worthwhile addition to any library with even a peripheral interest in criminology. Upper-division undergraduates and above."-Choice