An Introduction to the Sociology of Health & Illness
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- Synopsis
- This is a new edition of the best-selling textbook for students in the Sociology of Health & Illness. The first edition was widely praised for its clarity, accessibility and comprehensive coverage. All of these features are retained in the new edition. Added to them are: * Systematic updated empirical references to the material covered in the first Edition. * A revision of the more challenging elements in the theory section to facilitate comprehension and enhance study. * A consideration of the 'new public management' philosophy in hospital and health care administration. The result is a book that academics and students in the sociology of health and illness will use as a 'first stop' to study. Free of jargon, intuitive about student needs and well versed in course requirements, the new edition will refresh old readers and delight new ones.
- Copyright:
- 2009
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Publisher Quality
- ISBN-13:
- 9781446241325
- Related ISBNs:
- 9781446206539, 9781412918794, 9781412918787
- Publisher:
- SAGE Publications
- Date of Addition:
- 08/22/14
- Copyrighted By:
- Kevin White
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Nonfiction, Social Studies
- Submitted By:
- Bookshare Staff
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.