CrimComics Issue 12: Conflict and Critical Theories

by Krista S. Gehring, Michael R. Batista

Overview

CrimComics offers a new way to approach criminological theory by engaging students with impactful, highly visual illustrated texts. Each CrimComics Issue traces the development of the theory—placing it in social and political context—and demonstrates its application to the real world. The last page of each Issue features review questions and key terms.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780190207137
Publisher:	Oxford University Press
Publication date:	08/15/2023
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	925,516
Product dimensions:	10.48(w) x 6.07(h) x 0.20(d)

About the Author

Krista S. Gehring is an Associate Professor of Criminal Justice at the University of Houston-Downtown.

Michael R. Batista is a professional freelance illustrator.

Editorial Reviews

This comic book clearly explains the basic concepts of conflict and critical criminology in a fun and visually appealing way.”
-ELLEN G. COHN, FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

“CrimComics is an engaging tool to teach students about the origins of Conflict and Critical Theories. The author takes the student on a journey, introducing them to the development of the theories, humanizing the theorists, and most importantly, allowing the reader to see practical application of the theory.”
-ELIZABETH B. PERKINS, MOREHEAD STATE UNIVERSITY

“CrimComics is fascinating, riveting, innovative. I think students will love it.”
-WILLIAM CALATHES, NEW JERSEY CITY UNIVERSITY

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