Great Debates in Criminology : Routledge : 9781138223738 : 1138223735 : 28 Jun 2018 : "This book explores the role of theory and research in criminology. Adopting a unique and refreshing approach to criminological theory, this book focuses on the great debates in criminology from its inception as a field to the present day. It explores the debates that have motivated criminological thought, that have represented turning points in theoretical and empirical trajectories, that have offered mini-paradigm shifts, and that have moved the field forward. Coverage includes : - Classical Debates, including the work of Lombroso, Durkheim and Sutherland, - Sociological vs. psychological debates in criminology, - Control theory and cultural deviance theory, - Criminal career and trait-based theory, - Theory testing in criminology, - Critical theories in criminology, - Debates on the state of criminology and criminal justice, - Policy issues in criminology. Each chapter explores several key debates,