“Criminology Theories, Patterns, and Typologies” by Larry Siegel

Explores:

1. Classical and positivist criminology
2. Biological, psychological, and sociological theories
3. Strain, social learning, and control theories
4. Critical criminology and feminist perspectives
5. Crime patterns: trends, distribution, and correlates
6. Typologies: violent, property, white-collar, organized, and cybercrime

Siegel’s book provides a thorough understanding of criminological theories and their applications.