Social Problems: Community, Policy, and Social Action - Couverture souple

Leon-Guerrero, Anna

 
9781483369372: Social Problems: Community, Policy, and Social Action
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 1483369374 ISBN 13 : 9781483369372
Editeur : SAGE Publications Inc, 2015

Synopsis

With a clear and upbeat voice, this thought-provoking overview of social problems challenges readers to understand and recognize social problems in their communities and inspires them to become part of the solution.

The Fifth Edition of this popular book goes beyond the typical presentation of contemporary social problems and their consequences by emphasizing the importance and effectiveness of community involvement to achieve real solutions. With an overarching focus on social inequalities and policy, this proven text provides a platform for discussion that encourages critical thinking and inspires hope.

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À propos de l?auteur

Anna Leon-Guerrero is Professor of Sociology at Pacific Lutheran University in Washington. She received her PhD in sociology from the University of California–Los Angeles. She was the recipient of the university’s Faculty Excellence Award and the K. T. Tang Award for Excellence. She is the author of and Social Problems: Community, Policy, and Social Action, 7th Edition, and co-author (with Chava Frankfort-Nachmias and Georgiann Davis) of Social Statistics for a Diverse Society, 10th Edition (both with Sage). 

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Éditeur
SAGE Publications Inc
Date d'édition
2015
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1483369374
ISBN 13 
9781483369372
Reliure
Broché
Numéro d'édition
5
Nombre de pages
584
Coordonnées du fabricant
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Personne responsable
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