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Francis T. Cullen - Correctional Theory: Context and Consequences - 9781506306520 - V9781506306520
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Correctional Theory: Context and Consequences

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Description for Correctional Theory: Context and Consequences Paperback. Continues to identify and evaluate the major competing theories used to guide the goals, policies, and practices of the U.S. correctional system Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JKVP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 255 x 180 x 26. Weight in Grams: 620.
The Second Edition of Correctional Theory: Context and Consequences continues to identify and evaluate the major competing theories used to guide the goals, policies, and practices of the correctional system. Authors Francis T. Cullen and Cheryl Lero Jonson demonstrate that changes in theories can legitimize new ways of treating and punishing offenders, and they help readers understand how transformations in the social and political context of U.S. society impact correctional theory and policy. Designed to motivate readers to become sophisticated consumers of correctional information, the book emphasizes the importance of using evidence-based information to guide decisions, rather than relying on ... Read more

Product Details

Publisher
SAGE Publications Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
Weight
620g
Number of Pages
352
Place of Publication
Thousand Oaks, United States
ISBN
9781506306520
SKU
V9781506306520
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About Francis T. Cullen
Francis T. Cullen is Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus and Senior Research Associate in the School of Criminal Justice at the University of Cincinnati, where he also holds a joint appointment in sociology. He received a Ph.D. (1979) in sociology and education from Columbia University. Professor Cullen has published over 300 works in the areas of criminological theory, corrections, white-collar crime, ... Read more

Reviews for Correctional Theory: Context and Consequences
[Strengths include] Writing style, ease of understanding the material, organization and length
Charlene Y. Taylor This is an excellent text that contributes to the knowledge base by presenting correctional theories in such a way that makes it approachable for students. The discussion of the socio-historical context, how this influenced why the public and criminal justice professionals favored ... Read more

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