Deviance and Social Control: A Sociological Perspective

by Michelle L. Inderbitzin, Kristin A. Bates, Randy R. Gainey

Deviance and Social A Sociological Perspective, Second Edition serves as a guide to students delving into the fascinating world of deviance for the first time. Authors Michelle Inderbitzin, Kristin A. Bates, and Randy Gainey offer a clear overview of issues and perspectives in the field, including introductions to classic and current sociological theories as well as research on definitions and causes of deviance and reactions to deviant behavior. The unique text/reader format provides the best of both worlds, offering both substantial original chapters that clearly explain and outline the sociological perspectives on deviance, along with carefully selected articles on deviance and social control taken directly from leading academic journals and books. The Second Edition features updated research, examples of specific forms of deviance, and discussions of policy, as well as a new chapter and readings on global perspectives on deviance and social control.

Genres: Nonfiction, Sociology

648 pages, Paperback

First published March 28, 2012

Reviews

[brooke · Rating 4 out of 5]

i did not fail my exams!

[BrighamBH · Rating 3 out of 5]

always question who is defining what behavior is unlawful or deviant. power and norms are rooted in a history that subordinated others to benefit some.

[cam]

passed my deviance class and didn’t fall asleep reading this book… also the only way i could understand my professor with a very thick russian accent.

[Rachel Abel · Rating 4 out of 5]

I specifically enjoyed the readings at the end of each chapter. For other students, I highly recommend the kindle version of the book. After a while, I found the "search" bar VERY useful in quickly finding specific terms and passages.