The Social Science Jargon Buster
1st Edition
The Key Terms You Need to Know
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- Are you confused by academic jargon?
- Do you know your `discourse′ from your `dialectic′?
- Can you tell the difference between `anomie′ and `alienation′?
The Social Science Jargon Buster tackles the most confusing concepts in the social sciences, breaking each down and bringing impressive clarity and insight to even the most complex terms.
`This book successfully addresses the central task for any teacher of social theory - how to make the material accessible without making it simplistic and banal. The overall effect is a most effective text that hard-pressed students and lecturers will grab with both hands′ - Dave Harris, Senior Lecturer in Social Science
This practical, down-to-earth dictionary will help students new to social science discourse gain a thorough understanding of the key terms. Each entry includes a concise core definition, a more detailed explanation and an introduction to the associated debates and controversies. In addition, students will find a useful outline of the practical application of each term, as well as a list of key figures and recommendations for futher reading.
This dictionary brings a refreshing clarity to social science discourse, making it essential reading for all students on undergraduate social science courses.
| Sold By | SAGE Publications |
|---|---|
| ISBNs | 9781412921770, 9781412921770, 9781412921770, 9781412921763, 9781412921763, 9781446238813, 9781849203432, 1446238814 |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 344 |
| Edition | 1st |