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Sociologists´ Tales: Contemporary Narratives on Sociological Thought and Practice

Katherine Twamley

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Description for Sociologists´ Tales: Contemporary Narratives on Sociological Thought and Practice Paperback. Sociologists' Tales brings together the thoughts and experiences of key UK sociologists from different generations of British sociology in reflecting on why they have chosen a career in sociology, how they have managed to do it and what advice they would offer the next generation. Num Pages: 312 pages. BIC Classification: JHB; JNR. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 22. Weight in Grams: 484.
What is sociology? Why is it important? Sociologists’ Tales is the first book to offer a unique window into the thoughts and experiences of key UK sociologists from different generations, many internationally recognised, asking what sociology means to them. It reveals the changing context of sociology and how this has shaped their practice. Providing a valuable insight into why sociology is so fascinating, it gives advice to those wanting to study or develop a career in sociology reflecting on why the contributors chose their career, how they have managed to do it and what advice they would offer ... Read more

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Publisher

Bristol University Press

Format

Paperback

Publication date

2015

Condition

New

Weight

487g

Number of Pages

312

Place of Publication

, United Kingdom

ISBN

9781447318675

SKU

V9781447318675

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About Katherine Twamley

Katherine Twamley is John Adams Research Fellow at the Social Science Research Unit, University College London. Her research focuses on intimacy, parenting, health and sociology of the family. Mark Doidge is a research fellow in the School of Sport and Service Management at the University of Brighton. He researches extensively on political activism in football fandom. Andrea Scott is ... Read more

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"Sociology is not just a career or a discipline but a vocation and way of thinking, and Sociologists' Tales conveys this movingly at a time of increasing university neoliberalism." British Journal of Sociology “A fascinating and wide ranging collection, the book weaves a rich tapestry of narratives which together tell the story of a very British sociological imagination.” Claire ... Read moreAlexander, Professor of Sociology, University of Manchester “Immensely beneficial for students studying sociology at A-level and for teachers attempting to enthuse their students to maintain a passion for the discipline.” Jayne Kumi, Head of Social Science, Norbury Manor Business and Enterprise College, UK ??“These excellent reflections on sociologists’ lives tell an often inspiring, sometimes sobering tale. A must read for novices and seasoned scholars alike.” Kathy Charmaz, Sonoma State University, USA? “A remarkable book joining together the guilty pleasure of the higher gossip with genuinely powerful self-reflection
bluntly, hard to put down.” John Hall, Professor of Comparative Historical Sociology, McGill University, Canada “Thirty-three British sociologists reflect on what they consider the purpose of their discipline, how they became personally involved in that discipline, and what advice they would give to students contemplating a career in the field.” Y. R. Magrass, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth "The authors are brilliant writers able to captivate the reader." - Sosiologia-Journal “A richly textured collection of reflections that provides a useful reminder of the potential for sociologists to contribute to a better understanding of our societies in these troubled times.” Professor John Solomos, Department of Sociology, University of Warwick "What a delicious, down-to-earth collection of essays, offering exciting adventures in, through and beyond sociology. They show how, deep-down, everyone is a sociologist but what a privilege it is to do sociology for a living." Michael Burawoy, University of California, Berkeley “A valuable collection for anyone interested in sociology – as a subject to study at school or university, as a field of research, or as a way of life.” John David Horne, Professor of Sport and Sociology, University of Central Lancashire "While focusing on British sociology – and sociologists – this inspiring book takes stock of international debate on the discipline and its future. A brilliant celebration of sociology. Highly recommended." Carmen Leccardi, University of Milano-Bicocca, Italy Show Less

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