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Uses of Literacy: Aspects of Working-Class Life
Paperback,
01/10/2009,
£10.99
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When a society becomes more affluent, does it lose other values? Are the skills that education and literacy gave millions wasted on consuming pop culture? Do the media coerce us into a world of the superficial and the material - or can they be a force for good? This book asks these questions.
Subject, Society and Culture
7,
13/12/2000,
£35.99
£32.39
This book explores the relationships between visual culture, social theory and the individual. Using a range of resources from Bourdieu's action theory and the contribution of actor network theory, through to the artistic explorations of Bacon and Newman, this book shows how the concept of the individual is being reconstructed.
Social Class in the 21st Century
Paperback,
05/11/2015,
£8.99
£8.09
Why does social class matter more than ever in Britain today? How has the meaning of class changed? What does this mean for social mobility and inequality? This title looks beyond the labels to explore how and why our society is changing and what this means for the people who find themselves in the margins as well as in the centre.
Chilling Out: The Cultural Politics of Substance Consumption, Youth and Drug Policy
Paperback,
01/07/2004,
£27.99
£25.19
Examines assumptions underlying drug prohibition and explores the contradictions of drug prevention policies. This book combines an exploration of the global political and historical context with a focus on youth culture. It argues for an holistic understanding of drugs in society, which can be the basis for a coherent approach to drug control.
Interest
7,
01/08/2005,
£26.99
£24.29
In this book, Richard Swedberg provides an easily accessible introduction to the topic of why do people behave as they do, starting with a history of the concept that covers the origin of the word and its early use in philosophy, political science, literature and everyday language.
Capitalism and Modern Social Theory: An Analysis of the Writings of Marx, Durkheim and Max Weber
Paperback,
£22.99
£20.69
The classic text for any student seeking to understand the three thinkers who established the basic framework of contemporary sociology.
Constitution of Society: Outline of the Theory of Structuration
Hardback,
10/04/1986,
£18.99
£17.09
Anthony Giddens has been in the forefront of developments in social theory for the past decade.
Classic and Contemporary Readings in Sociology
Paperback,
03/08/1998,
£33.99
£30.59
This text examines sociological theories and arguments, providing extracts of primary source material, from both classical and contemporary theorists. Theorists are analysed within their historical and sociological framework and the text provides an analysis of developments within sociological thought and research
Transformation of British Life 1950-2000
Paperback,
25/12/2003,
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During the latter 20th century, life in Britain was transformed by radical changes in standards of living, affecting housing, food and transport, as well as by major shifts in social, cultural and moral values. This study examines the developments which so altered the country and its people.
Professionalism Reborn
Paperback,
15/05/1994,
£18.99
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An authoritative overview of the theoretical and methodological problems of the study of professions. Develops a systematic ideal type for professionalism based on fundamental concepts of the sociology of work.
Poverty
Paperback,
15/10/2004,
£15.99
£14.39
Poverty remains one of the most urgent issues of our time. In this stimulating new textbook, Ruth Lister introduces students to the meaning and experience of poverty in the contemporary world.
Social Research Methods 5ed
Paperback,
03/12/2015,
£39.99
£35.99
The most comprehensive introduction to social research methods which guides students through the whole research process from formulating a research question to writing up.
Consider the Fork: A History of How We Cook and Eat
Paperback,
24/10/2013,
£10.99
£9.89
Explores how the implements we use in the kitchen have shaped the way we cook and live. This title tells the story of how we have tamed fire and ice, wielded whisks, spoons, graters, mashers, pestles and mortars, all in the name of feeding ourselves.
Cultural and Social Anthropology: A Very Short Introduction
Paperback,
24/02/2000,
£8.99
£8.09
Combines an account of some of the disciplines guiding principles and methodology with examples and illustrations of anthropologists. This book discusses about the anthropology's contributions to modern thought, and examines specific ways in which social and cultural anthropology have advanced our understanding of human society and culture.
Restructuring the employment relationship (P.O.D)
Paperback,
27/08/1998,
£68.00
£61.20
Presents large-scale empirical analysis of the changes in British work experiences and employment relationships between the 1980s and 1990s. Draws evidence from the Employment in Britain survey and demonstrates that the restructuring of the employment relationship has actually reinforced traditional lines of division in the workplace.
Introduction to Sociology : Feminine Perspectives 3ed
Paperback,
29/04/2005,
£33.99
£30.59
This third edition of this book confirms the ongoing centrality of feminist perspectives and research to the sociological enterprise, and introduces students to the wide range of feminist contributions in key areas of sociological concern.
Introduction To Sociology 4e
Paperback,
11/03/2011,
£21.99
£19.79
* New edition of a highly successful textbook invaluable to anyone taking an introductory sociology course, especially GCSE and Access courses. * Thoroughly revised and updated, the 4th edition provides comprehensive coverage of a wide range of topics, including those specified by the main GCSE exam boards.
Nature of work
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26/06/1989,
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£32.39
This analysis of the labour process compares Marxist and traditional sociological theories with the more recent writings on the nature of work following Braverman's "Labor and Monopoly Capital" in 1974, including the innovative work from France and Italy, and concludes with a core theory.
McDonaldization Revisited
7,
26/01/1998,
£25.00
£22.50
This study examines the thesis of George Ritzer's book, "The McDonaldization of Society". It analyzes the premise of "McDonaldization" to provide theoretical discussions of the relationship between Ritzer's analysis and semiotics, critical theory, feminism and postmodernism.
Sociology 8ed
Paperback,
03/03/2017,
£29.99
£26.99
Now in its eighth edition, this continues to be the indispensable guide to understanding the world we make and the lives we lead. Revised and updated throughout, it remains unrivalled in its vibrant, engaging and authoritative introduction to sociology.
Challenging Codes
7,
12/09/1996,
£37.99
£34.19
Leading social movements theorist examines collective action in the context of the information society.
Affluence and Authority : Social History of 20th Century Britain
Hardback,
28/01/2005,
£33.99
£30.59
The turn of the millennium generated a spate of reflections on the state of the nation and the ways in which life in Britain changed during the course of the twentieth century. Affluence and Authority adds to this debate through a broad, informed and accessible interpretation of British social history.
Tipping point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference
Paperback,
14/04/2001,
£9.99
£8.99
The book that changed the way we think: The book that launched Malcolm Gladwell and gave us the phrase 'tipping point'.
Informality
7,
21/10/1999,
£40.99
£36.89
Argues that only the society that achieves an appropriate balance between informality and formality of interaction will find itself in a position to move forward to further democratisation and an improved quality of life.
Implicit meanings: Selected Essays in Anthropology
Paperback,
22/07/1999,
£34.99
£31.49
Mary Douglas shows how anthropology can make a central contribution to knowledge and understanding across disciplines, and in everyday life.
Community and Everyday Life
Paperback,
01/02/2006,
£36.99
£33.29
Grounded in a wide-ranging review of empirical research, this textbook provides an overview of sociological debates surrounding the idea of community, and relates them to the part community plays in people's everyday conceptions of identity.
Home-Grown Hate
Paperback,
08/01/2004,
£40.99
£36.89
The essays in this collection explore the link between gender and racism in a variety of racial and white supremacy organizations, including white separatists, the Christian right, the militia/patriot movements and skinheads.
Racism 2ed
Paperback,
19/06/2003,
£32.99
£29.69
This fully updated new edition of the hugely popular Racism provides a thought-provoking account of the history and debate about the concept, combining both historical and theoretical analysis.
Colonial desire:Hybridity in theory,culture and race
Paperback,
01/01/2011,
£18.99
£17.09
Argues that theories on post-colonialism and ethnicity are disturbingly close to the colonial discourse of the nineteenth century. This book revisits the ideas in light of developments in post-colonial theory.
Feminist Reader
Paperback,
21/05/1997,
£31.99
£28.79
Second revised and expanded edition of an anthology of essays for undergraduates of women's literature and feminist theory. Includes Toni Morrison's discussion of a Hemingway short story, Line Pouchard on Radclyffe Hall , Marjorie Garber on Elvis and cross-dressing and Diane Elam on the relation between feminism and post-modernism.
Sociology : Issues and Debates
Paperback,
11/06/1999,
£36.99
£33.29
This introductory text offers students an account of key debates and issues in the discipline of sociology from a range of experts in the field. It explores sociological understandings of a range of core topics and critically examines what key issues have emerged for debate from research.
Introductory Sociology 4ed
Paperback,
17/05/2002,
£36.99
£33.29
"Introductory Sociology" is a textbook structured to cover all the main substantive topics studied at an introductory level within a framework that engages with contemporary debates about modernity, globalization and social identity.
Masculinities and Culture
Paperback,
01/11/2001,
£27.99
£25.19
The study of men and masculinities incorporates some of the key debates in the social sciences today, particularly within cultural and media studies, and gender studies. This book explores the socio-historical and cultural formation, enactment and representation of masculinities in a range of sites.
Populism
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01/08/2000,
£26.99
£24.29
Aims to show that populism has suffered from being considered, usually in relation to particular contexts, and has therefore become a rather fractured and elusive concept. This book also seeks to provide a different definition of populism, a survey of other definitions and perspectives, and a guide to populist politics around the world.
Love Online
Paperback,
14/02/2012,
£14.99
£13.49
The internet is changing the rules of the game of love. In a world where anything is possible, a potential date - whether it be a one-night stand or the start of a more lasting relationship - can be just a click away. Anyone looking for love online can throw off their inhibitions and can say what they have never dared to before.
I in We:Studies in the theory of recognition
Paperback,
07/09/2012,
£18.99
£17.09
In this volume Axel Honneth deepens and develops his highly influential theory of recognition, showing how it enables us both to rethink the concept of justice and to offer a compelling account of the relationship between social reproduction and individual identity formation.
Belonging: Solidarity and Division in Modern Societies
Paperback,
26/07/2013,
£17.99
£16.19
It is commonly assumed that we live in an age of unbridled individualism, but in this important new book Montserrat Guibernau argues that the need to belong to a group or community - from peer groups and local communities to ethnic groups and nations - is a pervasive and enduring feature of modern social life.
Gender 2ed
Paperback,
26/10/2012,
£18.99
£17.09
* New edition of a popular and highly lauded introduction to gender - the first edition won Choice s outstanding academic title award. * Provides an excellent survey of the key theoretical approaches that have been developed in gender studies, and how they relate to social and political life.
Blogging 2ed
Paperback,
04/10/2013,
£16.99
£15.29
Authored by a scholar-blogger, this engaging book is packed with examples that show how blogging and related genres are changing media and communication. It gives definitions and explains how blogs work, shows how blogs relate to the historical development of publishing and communication and looks at the ways blogs structure social networks.
On Love
Hardback,
12/04/2013,
£9.99
£8.99
* Luc Ferry is a well-known philosopher, essayist and public intellectual, with a large and established readership. * In this broad-ranging and original book, he presents a clear argument for a comprehensive philosophy of love that will in effect replace dead faiths and ideologies.
Intersectionality
Paperback,
22/04/2016,
£15.99
£14.39
The concept of intersectionality has become a hot topic in academic and activist circles alike.
Philosophy of Social Sciences:A Reader
Paperback,
13/09/2010,
£32.99
£29.69
A collection of key readings in the philosophy of social science, covering the essential issues, problems and debates in the field.
Politics of Volunteering
Paperback,
29/03/2013,
£15.99
£14.39
Many of us may have participated in grassroots groups, changing the world in small and big ways, from building playgrounds and feeding the homeless, to protesting wars and ending legal segregation.
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