This book explores the ways in which sociological arguments are constructed and presented, looking at what can be learned from the contrasting styles of sociologists working in different periods and theoretical traditions. Fundamental debates in the discipline are addressed, such as "can sociology provide final answers?" and "how far is detachment feasible or desirable?." The practical significance of thinking about styles of argument for studying sociology is considered.
This book explores the ways in which sociological arguments are constructed and presented, looking at what can be learned from the contrasting styles ...
This book is concerned with the significance of time in work and everyday life. The contributors are among the foremost authorities in the field, and their up-to-date contributions consider the changing social meanings that time has in work, leisure and everyday routines. Together they provide a combination of theoretical and empirically-based approaches that reveal the social significance of time in all aspects of everyday lives.
This book is concerned with the significance of time in work and everyday life. The contributors are among the foremost authorities in the field, and ...
Recent developments have made obsolete the division of the globe into three worlds of capitalist, state socialist and underdeveloped countries. This book traces the interconnectedness of the 'disorganisation' of capitalism in the industrialised west, the transformation of former state socialist societies, and the divergent fortunes of third world countries. It argues that comparative sociology continues to have relevance in the age of globalisation and provides a framework within which these developments can be placed in their proper perspective.
Recent developments have made obsolete the division of the globe into three worlds of capitalist, state socialist and underdeveloped countries. This b...
Patterns of household and family life are changing radically leading sociologists to develop new conceptualizations and understandings of the relationships involved. This book examines the character of these changes, exploring the growing diversity there is in people's domestic circumstances. It is particularly concerned with the blurred boundaries between households and families, and the tensions that can arise in the solidarities and obligations experienced as household and family processes unfold.
Patterns of household and family life are changing radically leading sociologists to develop new conceptualizations and understandings of the relation...
Drawing on recent developments within the sociology of family life, this book examines family connection and solidarity within different stepfamily networks, focusing on relationships from a kinship perspective and using case studies of people's experiences to explore how family connection is constructed within different stepfamilies.
Drawing on recent developments within the sociology of family life, this book examines family connection and solidarity within different stepfamily ne...
In the age of globalization and the changing welfare state, community relations are now more important than ever. What are Community Studies? gives an overview of the community studies field, with particular focus on the research methods used, and how they have evolved in recent years. Defining the key terms in the field, it outlines the history of the methods used in community studies and uses examples and case studies to illuminate the theory.
This book captures the organization of modern community life and shows how current researchers are working with broader and more...
In the age of globalization and the changing welfare state, community relations are now more important than ever. What are Community Studies?
Designed for undergraduate courses, this book looks at the sociology of community in contemporary Britain. The book surveys the growing literature on the nature of local social relationships, drawing on a range of empirical and theoretical work.
Designed for undergraduate courses, this book looks at the sociology of community in contemporary Britain. The book surveys the growing literature on ...
Examining the role of home and family in the latter part of the 20th century, this book covers such subjects as the single parent, institutions and homes, the role of the mother in the family, and domestic architecture and domestic life.
Examining the role of home and family in the latter part of the 20th century, this book covers such subjects as the single parent, institutions and ho...
Revisiting divisions of labour is a reflection on the making of a modern sociological classic text and its enduring influence on the discipline and beyond. Ray Pahl's 1984 book is distinctive in the sustained impact it has had on how sociologists think about, research and report on the changing nature of work and domestic life. In this timely revisiting of a landmark project, excerpts from the original are interspersed with contributions from leading researchers reflecting on the book and its effects in the ensuing three decades. The book will be of interest to researchers, students and...
Revisiting divisions of labour is a reflection on the making of a modern sociological classic text and its enduring influence on the discipline and be...
Revisiting Divisions of Labour is a radically revised edition of Ray Pahl's 1984 book Divisions of Labour. It is a reflection on the making of a modern sociological classic, combining the strengths of a new edition with those of a 'reader' on a key thinker's work. The model shows the discipline at its best and is a platform for discussion of how and why sociological research can have deep and lasting impact. Pahl's book is distinctive in the sustained impact it has had on how sociologists think about, research and report on the changing nature of work and domestic...
Revisiting Divisions of Labour is a radically revised edition of Ray Pahl's 1984 book Divisions of Labour. It is a reflection on ...
