Social Science

Harold Garfinkel's work has had a profound impact on social sciences and linguistics. This comprehensive analysis explores his theories and their influence on the ethnomethodological movement,...

Understanding Inequalities: Stratification and Difference by Lucinda Platt This fully revised edition brings together the latest empirical evidence and theoretical debates to examine a broad range of...

Developing Research Questions by Patrick White provides a clear and concise guide for social science students to conduct research projects. This compact resource helps break down initial ideas into...

The Ur of the Chaldees: A Rediscovered City In 1854, a British Consul at Basra stumbled upon the ancient city that Abraham had left behind. For centuries, this site had been shrouded in mystery, but...

This collection of writings by men shares their personal accounts of being sent away to boarding school as children. Their stories explore how living in an institutional setting has impacted their...

The Routledge Handbook of Disability Studies provides an authoritative and up-to-date overview of the main issues in disability studies from around the world. This fully revised second edition takes...

Without Apology: The Abortion Struggle Now by Jenny Brown In recent years, reproductive rights have faced significant challenges in the United States. As the Supreme Court has become increasingly...

Hairless: Breaking the Vicious Circle of Hair Removal, Submission and Self-hatred by Bel Olid is a thought-provoking exploration of the social pressures surrounding body hair. In this short book, the...

Nonstop Metropolis: A New York City Atlas is a comprehensive and visually stunning exploration of the city's diverse experiences. This atlas brings together twenty-six imaginative maps and...

The Essential Questions: Interview Your Family to Uncover Stories and Bridge Generations by Elizabeth KeatingThis guide helps you uncover new sides of family members you've known your entire life,...

Discover the powerful true stories of those who risked everything to escape slavery in America. William Still's Passengers tells the tale of the Underground Railroad, a secret network that stretched...

This autobiographical reflection by renowned anthropologist Philippe Descola offers a unique insight into his intellectual career and the evolution of his thinking. From his early days as a student...

Effective Communication in Groups and Teams: A Guide to Success. This book provides an introduction to group and team communication, focusing on essential guidelines for becoming a successful...

Straight white men's experiences of same-sex desire are often misunderstood. In "Not Gay", Jane Ward explores this complex topic, revealing that sex between straight white men is not only common but...

Sociological Thinking: A New Introduction by John T. Pullinger provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to sociology, catering to students and general readers alike.Building on the...

The Myth of Race by Jefferson M. Fish, PhD is a thought-provoking exploration of the concept of race and its impact on our understanding of human diversity. Dr. Fish challenges common misconceptions...

Beyond Survival: Practical Hope in Powerful TimesGraham Leicester explores the complexities of our current world and offers guidance on how to navigate its challenges with hope and resilience. This...

The Motherpeace A Way to the Goddess Through Myth, Art, and Tarot by Vicki Noble is a powerful vision of hope and transformation. This inspiring book recovers the positive, nurturing values of...

Robert Chambers presents a radical challenge to all concerned with development in this thought-provoking sequel to Rural Development: Putting the last first. By analysing past mistakes and myths, as...

Christopher Nealon's study of American gay and lesbian texts from the first half of the twentieth century explores the complex emotions and desires of queer individuals in this period. Through an...

The Stars Down to Earth and Other Essays on the Irrational in Culture by Theodor W. Adorno explores the darker aspects of modern culture industries, revealing the dangers inherent in our obsessions...

The Managed Heart: Commercialization of Human Feeling by Arlie Russell Hochschild In many jobs, people are trained to manage their emotions and expressions in ways that serve the company's interests...

Imperial Debris On Ruins and Ruination by Ann Laura Stoler explores how imperial power continues to shape our present. This thought-provoking work redirects focus from ruins as evidence of the past...

Mastering Whole Family Assessment in Social Work is a practical guide for social workers in adult and children services. It provides tools and frameworks to help professionals balance the needs of...

Seventy-five years after its creation, Israel's founders' vision for a "national home for the Jewish people" remains a topic of debate. In this thought-provoking examination, Daniel Gordis explores...

So You Think You Know about Freemasonry? Misconceptions and misunderstandings of Freemasonry abound, particularly among those who sensationalise its practices. Even among Freemasons themselves, the...

Starting Social Work: Reflections of a Newly Qualified Social Worker offers a personal and human approach to understanding the challenges and joys of social work education and early career. Written...

A Complete History of the Negro Leagues, 1884 to 1955 by Mark Ribowsky This first comprehensive history of the Negro leagues sheds new light on an often-overlooked period in American sports history...

This introduction to statistics provides a step-by-step guide to using statistical methods in social science research. With real-world examples and clear explanations, readers can learn how to make...

Exploring the complexities of contemporary culture, Jean Baudrillard's seminal work examines the process and meaning of consumption in affluent society. First published in 1970, this influential text...

Jews Don't Count by David Baddiel is a thought-provoking exploration of identity politics and its limitations. In this book, Baddiel argues that one type of racism has been overlooked in the fight...

Savage Preservation: The Ethnographic Origins of Modern Media Technology by Brian Hochman explores how the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries' fascination with recording vanishing races...

Living with Drugs, now in its seventh edition, remains a trusted reference tool for those seeking to understand this complex issue.Michael Gossop has updated this new edition to reflect changes in...

The Petro-state Masquerade: Oil, Sovereignty, and Power in Trinidad and Tobago A historical and ethnographic study of the complex relationship between fossil fuels and political power in Trinidad and...

Help your students choose the right statistical test with confidence. This concise guide provides step-by-step support in identifying the most suitable test for their data and variables, ensuring...

The Golden Gate Bridge stands as one of the world's most iconic landmarks, yet it is also a site of unimaginable tragedy. Since its opening in 1937, over 1,500 people have lost their lives by jumping...

The Arcana Of Freemasonry by Albert Churchward A comprehensive exploration of the history and symbolism of Freemasonry, tracing its origins in ancient Egypt and its development through the ages. This...

A spine-tingling exploration of a venture as ancient as the pyramids themselves, tomb-raiding has been a persistent presence in Egypt's history. To secure a comfortable afterlife, ancient Egyptians...

Childhood, Culture and Society In a Global Context by Michael Wyness offers a comprehensive exploration of the nature of contemporary childhood in globally disparate regions. This multifaceted...

Nadya Ali examines the impact of counterterrorism and immigration policy on Muslims and other racially minoritized groups in post-Brexit Britain. Her analysis reveals how these policies pressure...

Amy Chavez's intimate collection of portraits offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of Shiraishi Island's residents. On this tiny Japanese island, American journalist Amy Chavez rented a house...

Sociology: A Brief but Critical Introduction offers a lively and accessible introduction to sociology, making it an ideal choice for both lay readers and students. Anthony Giddens brings his...

Debunking the idea that constant self-improvement is key to happiness, Danish philosopher and psychologist Svend Brinkmann argues that true fulfillment lies in embracing unconditional principles such...

Guanxi, a complex network of social relationships, is at the heart of everyday life in China. In this insightful study, Mayfair Mei-hui Yang explores how the strategic giving and receiving of gifts,...

Queer Magic: Power Beyond Boundaries by Lee Harrington and Tai Fenix Kulystin explores how being LGBT+ is not just acceptable but powerful in modern magic. This collection of authors and artists...

This comprehensive guide to visual ethnography provides both theoretical foundations and practical tools for conducting your own research. Sarah Pink's updated fourth edition covers key concepts and...

A powerful and moving collection of coming-out stories from around the world. These stories are written by people who share the courage to be vulnerable, take huge risks to find love and acceptance,...

You can get the monkey off your back, but the circus never leaves town. This thought-provoking book offers a unique perspective on addiction and recovery, drawing from the author's personal...

Africanisms in American Culture, Second Edition by Joseph E. Holloway explores the enduring impact of African cultural traditions on American society. This revised edition builds upon the...

Journalist Abigail Pogrebin explores the complex nature of twinship in her personal journey. As an identical twin herself, she grapples with the question of how genetics shape us and what it means to...

Feminist Fairy Tales by Barbara G. Walker is a fresh take on beloved stories, reimagining traditional tales with strong and empowered female characters at their centre.Walker's retellings challenge...

Mental Health, Race and Culture: Third Edition by Fernando and Suman offers a unique analysis of the impact of race and culture on contemporary issues in mental health. Drawing on extensive...

42nd Street in New York City was once a hub of public entertainment and social interaction, but its transformation over the last two decades has led to a loss of community spaces. Samuel R. Delany...

Africa's Media Image in the 21st Century brings together leading researchers and journalists to explore how the international media represents sub-Saharan Africa. This book examines the production of...

Vita: Life in a Zone of Social Abandonment by João Biehl is a powerful exploration of life in a place where the unwanted and marginalized are left to struggle. In this haunting story, an...

This book will often hurt. It will make you angry and it will make you feel deeply. Catriona Morton's aim is that this pain and anger will motivate you to change the way we talk about surviving...

Brynn Tannehill's comprehensive guide to transgender issues tackles deeply held misconceptions and provides a deeper understanding of what it means to be trans. The book explores topics such as...

This book sheds light on the complex relationships between migrants and their home and host countries, exploring how transnational political fields emerge and function. By focusing on Colombian...

Gloucester's rich history spans over 2,000 years, with layers of Roman, colonial, Saxon, medieval and Victorian influences. This collection brings together Philip Moss's reconstruction drawings and...

Going Viral explores how online phenomena spread rapidly around the world. Karine Nahon and Jeff Hemsley examine the factors that contribute to virality, including networks, gatekeepers, human...

This selection from Max Weber's writings presents his work on the relationship between charisma and institution building in various fields of social order. At its core, this collection explores how...

Facial recognition technology is being increasingly integrated into various aspects of society, from public spaces to private institutions. This raises concerns about its impact on our understanding...

Tantric Mantras: A Systematic Study of Tantric Mantras in Hinduism Andre Padoux presents a comprehensive overview of Tantric mantras, exploring their nature, structure, and classifications. This book...

Gemma Hartley's Fed Up explores the unpaid, invisible work women have shouldered for too long. Day in, day out, women anticipate and manage the needs of others, often at great personal cost. This...

An Archipelago in a Landlocked Country explores the complex relationships between translation, culture and identity through the stories of the Enlhet, Ayoreo and Nivaklé people.The author, Elisa...

Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man by Emmanuel Acho is an urgent primer on race and racism that encourages open-hearted discussion. In this thought-provoking book, Acho tackles the big...

The Least of Us: True Tales of America and Hope in the Time of Fentanyl and MethA searing follow-up to Dreamland, this book explores the terrifying next stages of the opioid epidemic and the quiet...

The Right Amount of Panic: How Women Trade Freedom for Safety by Fiona Vera-Gray This book challenges the way we think about rape prevention and 'well-meaning' safety advice, highlighting the need to...

Ripped, Torn and Cut: Pop, Politics and Punk Fanzines From 1976 offers a unique perspective on British punk culture. Between 1976 and the late 1970s, hundreds of fanzines emerged, providing an...

Haunted Media: Electronic Presence from Telegraphy to Television explores America's enduring connection between new electronic media and paranormal phenomena. From the telegraph to television,...

Gender: Your Guide offers invaluable support for those navigating gender diversity in everyday life. As our understanding of gender continues to evolve, it's essential to have accurate information...

Whither the Child? Causes and Consequences of Low Fertility explores how demography affects individuals and society in a world with falling birth rates and fertility levels below replacement. This...

Doing Your Research Project with Documents: A Step-by-Step Guide to Take You from Start to FinishThis practical guide provides essential support for students and researchers new to documentary...

The Dynamics of Social Practice: Everyday Life and its Transformations By Elizabeth Shove, Mika Pantzar, and Matt Watson SAGE Publications, 2012 This book explores how social practices shape our...

Islanders: The Making of the Mediterranean by Anastasia Christophilopolou explores how island identities in the ancient Mediterranean shaped art production, architectural evolution, and cultural...

The Frankfurt School: Its History, Theory and Political Significance by Rolf Wiggershaus is a comprehensive account of one of the most influential groups of leftist intellectuals in Germany this...

Saxons, Vikings, and Celts: The Genetic Roots of Britain and Ireland Discover the genetic history of the British Isles with Bryan Sykes, one of the world's leading geneticists. This comprehensive...

Safeguarding Children, Young People and Families is a practical guide for health, social care, and education professionals working with vulnerable populations. It provides essential knowledge and...

A comprehensive guide to harnessing the potential of earth in construction. This illustrated handbook provides essential knowledge for anyone involved in building projects, from decision makers and...

The Book on Volunteer Management: Organize. Engage. MotivateDiscover how to get the most from your volunteers and take your nonprofit's operations to the next level.This practical guide helps you...

The Killing Consensus: Police, Organized Crime, and the Regulation of Life and Death in Urban Brazil by Graham Denyer Willis. In São Paulo, Brazil, two groups operate according to parallel logics of...

The Invention of World Religions Or, How European Universalism Was Preserved in the Language of Pluralism by Tomoko Masuzawa. This study examines how the concept of "world religions" emerged in...

Religion and Anthropology: A Critical Introduction by Brian Morris provides a comprehensive overview of the social anthropology of religion. This study covers the major religious traditions that have...

This reader brings together significant ideas that have shaped social work practice over the last fifty years. It presents foundational extracts alongside commentaries to help readers understand...

The Paradox of Generosity: Giving We Receive, Grasping We Lose Christian Smith and Hilary Davidson explore the complex relationship between generosity and personal well-being. Through a...

Propaganda, Power and Persuasion From World War I to Wikileaks by David Welch. The development of mass media in the 20th century created new opportunities for propaganda. Global conflict drove its...

Latinx Studies: The Key Concepts provides an accessible guide to the central concepts and issues that inform Latinx Studies globally. It summarizes, explains, contextualizes, and assesses key...

In the Footsteps of King David: Revelations from an Ancient Biblical CityArchaeologists Yosef Garfinkel and Saar Ganor present a groundbreaking excavation that sheds new light on the life of King...

Enrique Peñalosa Londoño shares his vision for creating more equal and sustainable cities in this thought-provoking book. As mayor of Bogotá, he initiated the development of the TransMilenio Rapid...

Talking with Dementia Reconsidered by Keith Oliver, Reinhard Guss, and Ruth Bartlett offers a unique perspective on the lived experience of dementia. Drawing on current research and in-depth...

Awen: the Quest of the Celtic Mysteries by Mike Harris explores the ancient world of the Celts, uncovering the sources of the British sacred tradition. This book delves into the Brythonic Celtic...

The Illuminati 2: Deceit and Seduction by Henry Makow explores a sinister plot that has shaped human history. For over a thousand years, a cabal of bankers and Masonic secret society members have...

The Routledge International Handbook of Working-Class Studies brings together scholars and experts from around the world to explore the complexities of working-class cultures, politics, and...

The Age of Public Relations: A Social History of Spin by Stuart Ewen explores the emergence of corporate image management as a paramount feature of American society in the early 20th century. This...

The Culture of Markets by Frederick F. Wherry offers a comprehensive introduction to the puzzles found in studies of markets and to the ways that cultural analyses address those puzzles.This engaging...

Deporting Black Britons: Portraits of Deportation to Jamaica By Luke De Noronha This book tells the stories of four men who were deported from the UK to Jamaica as children, and their struggles to...

Survive and Thrive in Social Work This practical handbook offers expert guidance on overcoming the challenges faced by social workers. Neil Thompson and John McGowan share their years of experience...

The Lifeways of Hunter-Gatherers: The Foraging Spectrum by Robert L. Kelly Robert L. Kelly challenges traditional views of hunter-gatherer societies, revealing a more complex and diverse picture than...

The Hours Have Lost Their Clock: The Politics of Nostalgia by Grafton Tanner In an era marked by uncertainty and change, nostalgia has emerged as a defining emotion. This phenomenon is not just a...

The Surrounds: A New Theory of Urban Space AbdouMaliq Simone explores the urban environment as a site of resistance and creativity. In this work, he examines how individuals and communities reclaim...