Sociology of Religion (Dawson Andrew)(Paperback)

Sociology of Religion (Dawson Andrew)(Paperback)

Sociology of Religion is an increasingly popular component of courses in religious studies at undergraduate level. While most textbooks on the Sociology of Religion are written from a sociological background, this new student-friendly textbook aims to introduce the field and the subjects studied by

The Sociology of Religion: A Critical Agenda (Davie Grace)(Paperback)

Why is religion still important? Can we be fully modern and fully religious? In this new edition, Davie follows up her discussion of the meaning of religion in modern society and considers how best to research and understand this relationship. Exploring the rapid movements within the sociology of

Religion, Culture & Society: A Global Approach (Singleton Andrew)(Paperback)

'The reader is taken on a global exploration of the forms and diversities of religions and their social and cultural contexts... It is up to the minute in research and theory, and comfortably grounded in the traditions of the social explanation of things religious and spiritual.' - Gary Bouma AM,

Sociology of Health and Wellness: An Applied Approach (Cheun Jacquelyn)(Paperback)

Sociology of Health and Wellness: An Applied Approach takes the study of sociology of health and illness to the next level by inspiring students to connect the dots between theory, policy, and practice. The anthology provides students with applied examples of theoretical concepts which encourage

Secularism: A Very Short Introduction (Copson Andrew)(Paperback)

Until the modern period the integration of church (or other religion) and state (or political life) had been taken for granted. The political order was always tied to an official religion in Christian Europe, pre-Christian Europe, and in the Arabic world. But from the eighteenth century onwards,

Sociology of Sexualities (Fitzgerald Kathleen J.)(Paperback)

Sociology of Sexualities takes a unique sociological approach to the study of sexualities and explores the ways sexuality operates in and through institutions. Drawing on the most up-to-date scientific research on sexuality, as well as the latest political developments on the issues, this core text

God Without Religion: Can It Really Be This Simple? (Farley Andrew)(Paperback)

Andrew Farley's experience as a Christian was first characterized by self-effort as he tried to please God at any cost. His ruthless religion resulted in spiritual burnout and disillusionment with church. Only then did he discover what relaxing in Jesus means and how enjoying God's intimate

Sociology of Childhood (Corsaro William A. PhD)(Paperback / softback)

The Sociology of Childhood discusses children and childhood from a sociological perspective-providing in-depth coverage of social theories of childhood, the peer cultures and social issues of children and youth, and children and childhood within the frameworks of culture and

Sociology of Education (Boronski Tomas)(Paperback)

This textbook explains the basic principles of sociology and how a sociological understanding is vital for understanding how ideas about education and schooling have developed over time and how these issues directly affect our own lives today. This fully updated second edition will encourage

A Dictionary of Sociology (Scott John)(Paperback)

A consistent best-seller, the wide-ranging and authoritative Dictionary of Sociology was first published in 1994 and contains more than 2,500 entries on the terminology, methods, concepts, and thinkers in the field, as well as from the related fields of psychology, economics, anthropology,

Sociology For Dummies (Meer Nasar)(Paperback / softback)

Sociology For Dummies helps you understand the complex field of sociology, serving as the ideal study guide both when you're deciding to take a class as well as when you are already participating in a course. Avoiding jargon, Sociology For Dummies will get you up to speed on this widely studied

Sociology of India (Kundu Abhijit)(Paperback)

This new textbook traces the evolution and development of sociology as a field of study in India and enumertes the key sociological aspects of the Indian society. This new textbook enumerates a sociological perspective by tracing the development and rise of sociology as a subject in India

The Nature of Sociology (Gane Mike)(Paperback)

Having taken over the leadership of the French school of sociology after the death of his uncle, Emile Durkheim, in 1917, Mauss, celebrated author of The Gift, re-launched the flagship journal, the Ann e sociologique. Here are two of Mauss's most significant statements on the social sciences. The

Sociology for Social Work: An Introduction (Yuill Chris)(Paperback)

Introducing the social work student to the field of sociology, this book illustrates how sociology is connected to and fundamental to effective social work practice. Each chapter applies theory to practice and is uniquely co-written by a sociologist, social worker, and service user. Every chapter

Mind Your Head (Dawson Juno)(Paperback / softback)

From the critically acclaimed author of THIS BOOK IS GAY, James Dawson, now writing as Juno Dawson. We all have a mind, so we all need to take care of our mental health as much as we need to take care of our physical

Digital Sociology: The Reinvention of Social Research (Marres Noortje)(Paperback)

This provocative new introduction to the field of digital sociology offers a critical overview of interdisciplinary debates about new ways of knowing society that are emerging today at the interface of computing, media, social research and social life. Digital Sociology introduces key concepts,

Narrative Sociology (Irvine Leslie J.)(Paperback)

Narrative Sociology defines classics, identifies exemplars of narrative analysis, and delineates a field in the making. Table of Contents Part I: Varieties of Narrative - The Sociology of Storytelling Francesca Polletta, Pang Ching Bobby Chen, Beth Gharrity Gardner, and Alice Motes - The Value

Sociology (Fulcher James)(Paperback)

The fourth edition of Fulcher and Scott's Sociology provides an authoritative and theoretically grounded approach to sociology, covering both classic and contemporary research. It provides the context for debate and discussion that enables students to develop their critical awareness skills

It Gets Worse - A Collection of Essays (Dawson Shane)(Paperback / softback)

Shane Dawson, YouTube comedian and bestselling author of I Hate Myselfie, returns with a new uproariously funny essay collection, replete with his signature biting wit and self-deprecating humour. Even more emotionally honest, heartwarming, and hilarious than his last collection, it will inspire

Outsiders: Studies in the Sociology of Deviance (Becker Howard S.)(Paperback)

One of the most groundbreaking sociology texts of the 20th century, Howard S. Becker's Outsiders revolutionized the study of social deviance. Howard S. Becker's Outsiders broke new ground in the early 1960s--and the ideas it proposed and problems it raised are still argued about and inspiring

Crime Writer (Dawson Jill)(Paperback / softback)

By the Orange Prize-shortlisted Jill Dawson, a riveting novel that folds a brilliant portrait of Patricia Highsmith into a tale of duplicity, madness and murder - 'a creepy cracker' Mail on

Cruel Summer (Dawson Juno)(Paperback / softback)

A compelling psychological thriller with a dash of romance from award-winning writer Juno Dawson. Perfect for fans of Sue Wallman and E

Sociology - Making Sense of Society (Punch Samantha)(Paperback / softback)

The Sociology of Health and Illness (Nettleton Sarah)(Paperback)

Sarah Nettleton's The Sociology of Health and Illness has become a cornerstone text, popular with students and academics alike for its rigorous and accessible overview of the field. Building on these strengths, the third edition integrates fresh insights from the current literature with the core