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*Classics of Criminology* (4th edition), edited by Joseph E. Jacoby, Theresa A. Severance, and Alan S. Bruce, is a comprehensive anthology that compiles seminal works in criminology, offering readers access to foundational texts in their original form. This edition includes 75 selections, 13 of which are new, reflecting over two centuries of thought on crime and its societal implications. The anthology is organized into three thematic sections: 1. **The Classic Descriptions of Crime**: Features descriptive analyses that illuminate various aspects of crime. 2. **Theories of Causation of Crime**: Presents theoretical frameworks explaining the origins and causes of criminal behavior. 3. **The Social Response to Crime**: Explores societal reactions to crime, including justice system responses and policy implications. Each section is introduced with editorial commentary providing historical and theoretical context. This anthology serves as an essential resource for students and scholars seeking to understand the evolution of criminological thought and its application to contemporary issues.