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Sociology

Cambridge University Press has a long tradition of prestigious publishing within the field of sociology. Our list reflects the dynamic and diverse nature of the discipline, including both classic texts and cutting-edge research works on subjects ranging from social theory to political sociology, and demography to criminology. On these pages you will find our latest publications, news, features and resources.

     

    Real Social Science

    Real Social Science

    Applied Phronesis
    • Bent Flyvbjerg, Todd Landman, Sanford Schram

    A new, hands-on approach to social inquiry for social scientists who wish to make a difference to policy and practice.

    • $32.99 (Z)

     

    The Reflexive Imperative in Late Modernity

    The Reflexive Imperative in Late Modernity

    • Margaret S. Archer

    What do young people want from life? This book shows how the 'internal conversation' guides individual choices.

    • $36.99 (Z)

     

    The Sources of Social Power

    The Sources of Social Power

    • Volume: 1
    • 2nd Edition
    • Michael Mann

    Distinguishing four sources of power in human societies – ideological, economic, military, and political – The Sources of Social Power traces their interrelations throughout human history. In this first volume, Michael Mann examines inter-relations between these elements from neolithic times, through ancient Near Eastern civilizations, the classical Mediterranean age, and medieval Europe, up to just before the Industrial Revolution in England.

    • $34.99 (Z)

     

    The Sources of Social Power

    The Sources of Social Power

    • Volume: 3
    • Michael Mann

    This third volume of Michael Mann's analytical history of social power begins with nineteenth century global empires and continues with a global history of the twentieth century up to 1945. Mann focuses on the interrelated development of capitalism, nation-states, and empires.

    • $34.99 (G)

    Highlights

    After-School Centers and Youth Development

    After-School Centers and Youth Development

    Case Studies of Success and Failure
    • Barton J. Hirsch, Nancy L. Deutsch, David L. DuBois
    • $90.00 (C)
    Social Work

    Social Work

    From Theory to Practice
    • Marie Connolly, Louise Harms
    • $65.00 (Z)
    Religion and Modern Society

    Religion and Modern Society

    Citizenship, Secularisation and the State
    • Bryan S. Turner
    • $33.99 (Z)
    Analytical Sociology and Social Mechanisms

    Analytical Sociology and Social Mechanisms

    • Pierre Demeulenaere
    • $34.99 (Z)
    Cyber Criminals on Trial

    Cyber Criminals on Trial

    • Russell G. Smith, Peter Grabosky, Gregor Urbas
    • $99.00 (Z)
    Oligarchy

    Oligarchy

    • Jeffrey A. Winters
    • $104.00 (C)
    Adolescent Vulnerabilities and Opportunities

    Adolescent Vulnerabilities and Opportunities

    Developmental and Constructivist Perspectives
    • Eric Amsel, Judith G. Smetana
    • $85.00 (C)
    Social Influence Network Theory

    Social Influence Network Theory

    A Sociological Examination of Small Group Dynamics
    • Noah E. Friedkin, Eugene C. Johnsen
    • $95.00 (C)

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