Unveiling Cesare Lombroso: The Mind Behind Criminology’s Origins

A realistic black-and-white portrait of Cesare Lombroso, featuring his distinctive facial features and intellectual expression, representing the origins of modern criminology. Portrait of Cesare Lombroso, the father of criminology

Introduction Criminology, as we know it today, was not always recognized as a formal academic field. Its roots stretch back to the 19th century when the world began to explore crime not only as a moral failing but as a scientific phenomenon. At the heart of this evolution was Cesare Lombroso, an Italian physician and … Read more