Deviance Today

ISBN-13: 9780367819538 / Angielski / Twarda / 2020 / 440 str.

Addrain Conyers;Thomas C. Calhoun

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The second edition of Deviance Today is a contemporary collection of originalchapters in the field of deviant behavior. This new edition has 16 new chapters. All of thechapters reflect the current trend in the sociology of deviance. This reader covers major theories in the sociology of deviant behavior, from classic ones such as anomie/strain theory and labeling theory to modern ones such as life course perspective. In addition, this anthology encompasses a wide spectrum of deviant behaviors. This is a user-friendly reader, put together with students in mind. Thechapters are not only authoritative, but also interesting. Thechapters were written by respected experts in their field of study. Most important, unique to this reader, thesechapters have been carefully written for clarity, conciseness, and forcefulness. Students will therefore find them easy and enjoyable to read while learning about deviance.