Outsiders

Outsiders

by HowardS.Becker (Author)

Synopsis

One of the most groundbreaking sociology texts of the mid-20th century, Howard S. Becker's Outsiders is a thorough exploration of social deviance and how it can be addressed in an understanding and helpful manner. A compulsively readable and thoroughly researched exploration of social deviance and the application of what is known as "labeling theory" to the studies of deviance. With particular research into drug culture, Outsiders analyzes unconventional individuals and their place in normal society.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 224
Edition: New edition
Publisher: Free Press
Published: 05 Aug 1997

ISBN 10: 0684836351
ISBN 13: 9780684836355

Author Bio
Howard S. Becker has made major contributions to the sociology of deviance, the sociology of art, and the sociology of music. His books include Tricks of the Trade and What About Mozart? What About Murder? He lives and works in San Francisco and Paris.