Criminal Man, According to the Classification of Cesare Lombroso (eBook)

Gina Lombroso (Autor)

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2022
212 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654701527-7 (EAN)

Infos

Gina Lombroso's 'Criminal Man, According to the Classification of Cesare Lombroso' is a groundbreaking work that delves into the field of criminology through a detailed analysis of Cesare Lombroso's classification of criminal types. The book discusses the various characteristics and behaviors that distinguish criminal individuals from the rest of society, shedding light on the complex relationship between genetics, environment, and criminal tendencies. Gina Lombroso's literary style is analytical and thought-provoking, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter within a historical and sociological context. The book serves as a valuable resource for scholars and students interested in the study of criminology and criminal psychology, offering new insights into the complexities of criminal behavior and its classification. Gina Lombroso, drawing from her expertise in the field of criminology and sociology, presents a compelling argument that challenges conventional notions of criminality and offers a fresh perspective on the subject. As such, 'Criminal Man' is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the factors that contribute to criminal behavior and how it is classified in society.

Autor

Gina Lombroso was an influential Italian writer and criminologist, known predominantly for her elaboration on the works of her father, Cesare Lombroso, a seminal figure in the field of criminal anthropology. Her contribution to criminology is most notably encapsulated in her work 'Criminal Man, According to the Classification of Cesare Lombroso.' Expanding upon her father's controversial theories, which merged aspects of evolutionary science with criminology, she provided insights into the biological and sociological factors contributing to criminal behavior. Gina's scholarly efforts served as a bridge between her father's pioneering theories and contemporary perspectives in the early 1900s. Her style typically involved a meticulous confluence of research and narrative, aimed at both documenting and analyzing the various typologies Cesare Lombroso identified. Through this biologically deterministic lens, Gina's work reflects the zeitgeist of her era, where science sought to classify and understand human behavior through rigid frameworks. Although the Lombroso legacy has been subject to much criticism, owing to its determinist and often stigmatizing assertions, Gina Lombroso's works remain a crucial reference for students of criminology and the history of forensic science.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 29.5.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Recht / Steuern ► Strafrecht
• Schlagworte: Anti-crime methods • Biological Determinism • biological determinism in fiction • Causes of criminality • Cesare Lombroso • crime theory books • criminal anthropology • Criminal psychology • Criminology • criminology classics • criminology history • early forensic science • forensic anthropology • historical criminology • historical criminology texts • Italian criminal theory • Italian criminologist author • Literary Naturalism • Psychological classification • psychology in literature • Social and public welfare • social pathology • Treatment of criminals