Offers an introduction to the study of consumerism and consumption from a sociological perspective. The author examines what we buy, how and where we consume, the meanings attached to the things we purchase, and the social forces that enable and constrain consumer behavior.

Using real research on antisocial behaviours such as cyberbullying, prejudice and discrimination, this text helps readers across the social sciences to understand the underlying theory behind statistical methods.

Provides readers with effective methods for evaluating health programs and offers expert guidance for collaborating with stakeholders involved in the process.

An indispensable international resource for students and researchers of all levels studying the rapidly developing, interdisciplinary field of criminology.

A strong addtion to the Key Concepts series, this book takes a interdisciplinary and an international approach to this increasingly popular field.

Written and edited by leading scholars from around the globe, this handbook presents a unique overview of strategic supply management, for the first time lending a conceptual cohesion to a collection of disparate perspectives on all aspects of this multidisciplinary field .

Video is an increasingly important topic in the social sciences, particularly in the US, UK, Europe and the Far East, where researchers and students are using this widely available technology to gather data about a wide range of social activities.

Addresses both the what: What are the global issues managers need to consider and what constitutes responsible behaviour?as well as the how:How do we actually integrate responsible practices into business operations, such as supply chain management?

A much needed retrospective and prospective look at how GIS technology influences and is influenced by today's post-industrial society.

Based on practice and research, this book will support trainee maths teachers to develop their teaching skills and wisdom