A sophisticated, nuanced guide to qualitative content analysis that is inherently qualitative in both its method and its data.

The authors in this edited volume provide sociological insights, theoretical perspectives and applied contexts that contribute to a deeper understanding the complexities of power, violence, and justice. Underlying many chapters also lies the question of what is the role that sociology plays and can play in moving us forward?

This anthology for Medical Sociology courses brings together a collection of readings from the scholarly literature on health, medicine, and health care. covering some of the most timely health issues of our day,

A coherent and comprehensive account of the different frameworks for understanding power which have been advanced within the social sciences.

Welcome to Social Theory is exactly what students want: a lucid and engaging introduction to social theory that carefully uses images, examples and quotations to illustrate new ways of examining contemporary social life.

As one of the few teaching books that looks at fieldwork in the broadest of contexts, this book provides a strong foundation in the fundamentals of fieldwork within social research. It not only teaches theory but puts into practice planning, designing, conducting and sharing social research.Â

Part of the New Approaches to Sociology series, Social Inequalities is a relevant and valuable exploration of how we see the world through a decolonised lens, offering a critical re-reading of traditional approaches to understanding social inequalities.

Written for the undergraduate and graduate future practitioner, Correctional Counseling, Treatment, and Rehabilitation will provide an overview of how counseling exists within the correctional environment, both in institutional settings and community-based settings.

Written specifically to support those undertaking practice educator awards that meet the staged requirements of the Practice Educator Professional Standards, this book will provide invaluable guidance and support to social workers who are new to a practice education role.