Sociology and Social Policy
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Research Handbook on Hate and Hate Crimes in Society
Edited by James Hawdon, Matthew Costello
This comprehensive Research Handbook places the study of hate and hate crimes into historic and cross-national contexts, examining the reasons behind, and the effects of, the reported increase in hate crimes in recent years. James Hawdon...eBook:Find out more$65.00
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Elgar Encyclopedia of Science and Technology Studies
Edited by Ulrike Felt, Alan Irwin
This Encyclopedia provides a comprehensive overview of the expanding field of science and technology studies (STS). Covering key frameworks, themes and topics, Ulrike Felt and Alan Irwin bring together expert contributors to map the deve...eBook:Find out more$65.00
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Varieties of Equality in European Welfare States
Davide Orsitto
In this forward-thinking book, Davide Orsitto reframes our understanding of equality in democratic Europe, tracing the idea from abstract concept to theoretical and practical politics and policy. Adopting a multidisciplinary approach, he...eBook:Find out more$40.00
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Handbook of Research Methods in Behavioural Economics
Edited by Morris Altman
This comprehensive Handbook addresses a wide variety of methodological approaches adopted and developed by behavioural economists, exploring the implications of such innovations for analysis and policy.eBook:Find out more$55.96
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A Modern Guide to the Informal Economy
Colin C. Williams
This Modern Guide presents a comprehensive synthesis of contemporary thought on the informal economy, which, as the author demonstrates – far from being a peripheral feature of the global economy – is a system in which the majority of th...eBook:Find out more$51.96
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Research Handbook on Asylum and Refugee Policy
Edited by Jane Freedman, Glenda Santana de Andrade
Providing a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary analysis of key issues in the field, this topical Research Handbook explores asylum and migration policy in a global context. Chapters consider national, regional and international responses ...eBook:Find out more$65.00
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Research Handbook on the Sociology of Gender
Edited by Gayle Kaufman, Michael Stambolis-Ruhstorfer, Steven Roberts, Brittany Ralph
This extensive Research Handbook surveys historical and contemporary patterns within research on the sociology of gender. It clarifies key definitions and examines influential factors such as race, age, and occupation.eBook:Find out more$65.00
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Handbook of Health System Resilience
Edited by Steve Thomas, Padraic Fleming
In this Handbook, Steve Thomas and Padraic Fleming compile invaluable and original insights on the resilience of health systems in the face of shocks and crises, from economic and climate emergencies, to conflicts and pandemics. They exa...eBook:Find out more$65.00
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Handbook on Sport and Migration
Edited by Joseph Maguire, Katie Liston, Mark Falcous
This insightful Handbook explores how sport intersects the experiences of asylum seekers, refugees, workers and migrants. Editors Joseph Maguire, Katie Liston and Mark Falcous bring together esteemed experts who draw on globally diverse ...eBook:Find out more$65.00
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A Research Agenda for Gender and Health
Edited by Jasmine Gideon, Sarah Hawkes
A Research Agenda for Gender and Health critically examines a diverse range of health topics relating to gender. Employing a global range of empirical case studies, expert authors assert that gender equality is fundamental to creating he...eBook:Find out more$40.00
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Framing the Economy of the Future
Edited by Niels Faber, Sjors Witjes
This book explores fundamental socio-economic trends that are radically changing perspectives on the relationship between people and the world around them. Focusing on the principles of sustainability, circularity and inclusivity, it ill...eBook:Find out more$40.00
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The Elgar Companion to Capital Punishment and Society
Edited by Benjamin Fleury-Steiner, Austin D. Sarat
The Elgar Companion to Capital Punishment and Society presents a multidisciplinary overview of capital punishment’s influences, processes and outcomes across society. A global range of philosophers, social scientists, legal experts, poli...eBook:Find out more$65.00