Key Concepts in Sociology

A glossary of key concepts was just the sort of thing I needed when I was a sociology student. Peter Braham has written a lively, comprehensive guide to the most important concepts in our discipline. It will become an essential student resource
David Silverman, Emeritus Professor, Goldsmith′s and King′s College, University of London

"Key concepts" is a triumphant tour de force. Analysing 38 critical ideas in sociology, and their principal proponents, this will be a useful, even essential tool for students and faculty. It is comprehensive, clearly written and, most important, links each concept to others: everything is connected, and also clarifies the main debates, arguments and disagreements. It is actually fascinating reading even for non-sociologists since these ideas (identity, the body, postmodernity…) impact all of us all the time
Anthony Synnott, Professor of Sociology in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Concordia University in Montreal

Peter Braham′s incomparable assembly of nuanced and historically contextualized definitions, explanations and analyses of essential sociological terms (both classic and recent) represents an invaluable intellectual tool for students (both undergraduate and postgraduate) and faculty across the social sciences. For each concept, Braham constructs a clear and compelling narrative, buttressed by an impressive range of references and sage advice for further reading, that fires the mind for continued learning
Joseph Oliver Boyd-Barrett Professor of Journalism at Bowling Green State University, Ohio

Sociology is an exciting, if frequently confusing, subject, and the very notion of ′society′, though familiar as a term in everyday life, is much disputed by sociologists. With entries ranging from ′alienation′ to ′the body′, Peter Braham′s Key Concepts in Sociology offers a crisp and comprehensive guide to the discipline. The thirty-eight entries, covering history, substance and evaluation, thereby describe both conventional and new topics that define the syllabus of modern sociology. A valuable guide to both teachers and students
Bryan S. Turner, Presidential Professor of Sociology, CUNY USA

This is an excellent text book for all sociology students. It is very accessible and easily read, while at the same time offers varying critical analytical perspectives within the discipline of sociology. -- Carol McGowan * drupal *
An excellent book to introduce students to relevant and important concepts in sociology, containing information they can go on to further explore in more depth. -- Miss Andrea Walker * drupal *
An excellent reference tool for students new to sociology at this level. -- Miss Laura Firth * drupal *
Easy to read key text for any students at Access or level 4 studying Sociology. The book is ordered in alphabetical order so makes for easy access to many subjects with their key terms/definitions stated clearly. There are no case studies or activities but there is a further reading section at the end of each chapter. -- Miss Rebecca Bolan * drupal *
Ideal book for students to have throughout their academic year and for staff. Clearly written text. -- Miss Sharron Stillyards * drupal *
Peter Braham′s Key Concepts in Sociology is an extremely useful and well-written resource for undergraduate students. It deals with a well-selected and broad range of topics and its style invites the reader to return regularly. -- Mr Brian Delaney * drupal *
Very good. Compliments the course well and is laid out clearly and concisely. Good introduction to different topics and the main theories. Uses simple words and is easy to follow.

I would definately recommend this text and will seek to adopt next year. -- Mr Chris Brightmore * drupal *
No mention of current business issues such as governance and accountability. -- Mr Faisal Sheikh * drupal *
An excellent addition that breaks down key concepts for learners -- Mrs Karen Burton * drupal *
A very good base book from which students can read further. The sections have recommended further reading suggestions which helps to direct the reader to relevant texts. -- Mrs Marcia Dewar * drupal *
Trying to get across a range of sociological theories in just one semester was always going to be difficult but this book is well laid out with side indexing on the pages to help you easily find what you are looking for and the text is a great supplement to my basic glossary -- Mrs Tracy McAteer * drupal *
An excellent introduction to the key ideas within Sociology. Very accessible text for newcomers to the discipline as well as a refresher for others with a more long standing interest in such areas. Very good concise synopses with well-chosen further reading, perhaps some of these could link to pivotal websites where appropriate. I trust that this will see the birth of a new sociological dynasty with subsequent expanded and updated editions. -- Penny Price * drupal *
Will be added to reading list for FdSC Sociology. -- Sasha Pleasance * drupal *