Criminology: The Essential by James Treadwell is a comprehensive introduction to undergraduate studies in criminology. Designed to be clear and concise, it offers an overview of key themes covered in criminology courses. The second edition includes summaries of essential course content, with new sections on topics such as race and ethnicity, cybercrime, ordinary crime, state crime, global and comparative criminology, green criminology, and zemiology. Additionally, it provides a study skills section with advice on essay writing and exam preparation, including guidance on avoiding plagiarism and utilizing journal articles. The book also features recent international case studies from the United Kingdom, Australia, Africa, and the United States. An accompanying companion website offers further reading guides and links to relevant blogs, journal articles, and useful websites.
