What can social theory really teach us about crime in the world today? This book gives an overview of key theoretical debates alongside explanations of cutting edge research to show how abstract thought relates to everyday experience. Looking at global crime to street crime, it brings together the most significant work on crime and social theory.

Eamonn Carrabine is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Essex.

Introduction
1. Formative Positions
2. Sociological Traditions
3. Transgression
4. Control
5.Geography
6. Representation
Conclusion.