The most complete international survey of sociology ever created in one volume, The Concise Encyclopedia of Sociology brings together several hundred of the most accomplished sociologists in the world to create a definitive and affordable overview of the field.
This authoritative volume brings together several hundred of the most accomplished sociologists in the world, to create a definitive and indispensable overview of the field.
The book draws on entries from the highly regarded Blackwell Encyclopedia of Sociology. Entries have been completely revised and updated to provide succinct and up-to-date coverage of the fundamental topics. Covering major subjects such as theory and methods, right through to current topics like sport and popular culture, and with introductions to key theorists, this concise encyclopedia is an excellent resource for scholars and essential reading for students.
The most complete international survey of sociology ever created in one volume, The Concise Encyclopedia of Sociology not only summarizes the discipline, it defines it.