«Key Concepts in Sociology» presents a comprehensive glossary of the key terms, concepts and figures that dominate the sociological landscape.References are organized alphabetically and fully cross-referenced for ease of use. Suggestions for further reading offer students additional resources to aid learning and understanding. It features all the major figures from the origins of sociology to the present day and gives concise summaries of the main ideas associated with them. A comprehensive index and revision lists helps the reader to locate specific concepts and make links between the entries.Complementing the student's primary reading, «Key Concepts in Sociology» presents a comprehensive glossary of the key terms, concepts and figures that dominate the sociological landscape. Organized alphabetically and cross-referenced for ease of use and accessibility, the book also provides suggestions for further reading to consolidate learning.»