Criminological Theory: Past to Present: Essential Readings

by Francis T. Cullen, Robert Agnew, Pamela Wilcox

Social Science criminology

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This essential anthology compiles key readings in criminological theory, spanning historical developments to contemporary insights. Edited by Francis T. Cullen, Robert Agnew, and Pamela Wilcox, it offers a structured exploration of the field's core ideas, making complex concepts accessible for academic study and research.

ISBN-13 9780199301119 ASIN 0199301115 Views 788 Publisher Oxford University Press Year 2013 Edition 5 Format Paperback Product Group Book Pages 688 Created February 10, 2026 Updated September 14, 2026

About This Book

Criminological Theory: Past to Present: Essential Readings provides a curated selection of foundational texts in the discipline. Edited by leading scholars, it traces the historical progression of ideas that shape our understanding of crime and deviance.

The book features contributions from prominent theorists, organized to highlight major paradigms and shifts over time. It serves as an indispensable resource for students and researchers seeking to grasp the intellectual history of criminology.

Through these readings, readers gain exposure to diverse perspectives that inform contemporary debates and policies in criminal justice. The collection emphasizes the enduring relevance of classic and modern works in the field.