Qualitative Criminology (QC)
Abstract
"Perhaps because he was the son of a minister and raised in a very traditional home (Geis & Meier, 1977, p.24), Edwin Sutherland (1883-1950) had a populist streak and is known for two major contributions to American criminology: the theory of differential association (DA) and the concept of white collar crime (WCC). His classic book entitled The Professional Thief is at the intersection of these two interests, although its influence has been more acknowledged with respect to DA than WCC. This review traces scholarly reactions to the book and its enduring contributions to American criminology."
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Gerber, Jurg
(2015)
"Sutherland, Edwin H., The Professional Thief,"
Qualitative Criminology (QC): Vol. 3:
No.
1, Article 11.
Available at:
https://dc.swosu.edu/qc/vol3/iss1/11
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