The works of the outstanding Italian scientist Cesare Lombroso sparked the main debate in modern criminology—about the priority of biological and social factors in criminal behavior. And although Lombroso’s works were published more than a century ago, they still haven’t lost their relevance to this day! You’ll learn what heights criminology reached at the time the book was written and gain a clear understanding of the current progress of this science. Perhaps the scientist’s words will inspire you to conduct your own research in this field?