Criminality and economic conditions

"Criminality and Economic Conditions" by Willem Adriaan Bonger is a study in criminology and sociology from the early 1900’s that explores how money problems and society as a whole, not just individual choices, lead to crime. The book looks at old arguments about crime and suggests that money issues play a big role. Instead of only blaming individuals, the author looks at the bigger picture of how social and economic problems can cause criminal behavior. The book starts by checking out previous research that says crime comes from social structures and unfair money situations. It talks about thinkers from the past, like Thomas More and Jean Meslier, who questioned how economic conditions could negatively impact social behaviors. The author makes it clear that just punishing criminals isn't enough; we need to fix the economic problems that push people to commit crimes, connecting the ideas of fairness and fixing our financial system.