The Blackwell companion to sociology / edited by Judith R. Blau.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Blau, Judith R., 1942-

Alumni and Friends Memorial Book Fund.

Series:

Blackwell companions to sociology

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Sociology.

Physical Description:

xxii, 610 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm.

Other Title:

Companion to sociology

Place of Publication:

Malden, Mass. : Blackwell, 2001.

Summary:

The Blackwell Companion to Sociology is a milestone collection of new essays by renowned sociologists, covering both the traditions and strengths of the field as well as newer developments and directions in areas related to globalization. Authors from the US, the UK, Europe, and elsewhere highlight the relevance of interdisciplinary and international perspectives, while at the same time representing the scope and quality of sociology in its current form.

Contributors have taken care to cover the most recent advances in communications, political mobilization, and analyses of the nation-state, reflecting the rapid changes wrought by globalization. For those interested in learning more, the book's appendix provides a comprehensive annotated listing of worldwide sociological data resources on the Internet.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages [526]-589) and index.

Local Notes:

Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the Alumni and Friends Memorial Book Fund.

ISBN:

063121318X

OCLC:

43648524