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Research Handbooks in Sociology series

Hans-Peter Blossfeld, Professor of Sociology, University of Bamberg

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The Handbooks in this series offer comprehensive overviews of the very latest research in key areas of sociology and are prestigious works of lasting significance. Each Handbook consists of original contributions by preeminent scholars, selected by an editor who is a recognised leader in the field. The emphasis is on the most important concepts and research as well as expanding debate and indicating the likely research agenda for the future.

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Catherine Elgar

Catherine Elgar

International Development, Social Policy, sociology

Catherine has worked at EEP for many years and is Publisher for Sociology and Social Policy, overseeing books in all related areas. She leads a highly motivated team of editors committed to commissioning books of…
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Daniel Mather

Social Science (Handbooks), Social Science (Original Reference), sociology, Social Policy

Daniel joined EEP in 2018 and is Commissioning Editor for Sociology, working closely with Catherine Elgar to develop our fastest-growing list. He is responsible for commissioning all product types in the areas of Social Psychology,…

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