The Penguin Dictionary of Sociology (Penguin reference books)

by Bryan Turner (Author), Bryan Turner (Author), Nicholas Abercrombie (Author), Stephen Hill (Author), Bryan Turner (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1984

  $3.56

• Used

  Paperback
  2002

  $3.25

  Written for students from school to university level, this reference provides not only simple, one-line definitions but also entries that discuss the issues involved in, and alternative approaches to, the central concepts, theories and writings of sociology.

• New

  Paperback
  2006

  $12.54

  Written by three eminent professors, it has been updated to reflect the shifts of sociological thought in the last five years, making it the most comprehensive, authoritative and up-to-date dictionary available. It is essential reading for all students and teachers of sociology and other related courses - and also the general reader.