The Social Science Jargon Buster: The Key Terms You Need to Know
- ISBN-10
- 1412921775
- ISBN-13
- 9781412921770
- Category
- Education
- Pages
- 344
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2007-10-08
- Publisher
- SAGE Publications Limited
- Author
- Zina O'Leary
Description
The Social Science Jargon Buster tackles the most confusing concepts in the social sciences in an easy-to-understand, erudite, and witty way. Zina O’Leary brings impressive clarity and insight to even the most complex terms. This practical, down-to-earth dictionary helps students new to the social sciences gain a thorough understanding of the key terms. Each entry includes a concise core definition, a more detailed explanation, and an introduction to the associated debates and controversies. In addition, the book includes a useful outline of the practical application of each term, as well as a list of key figures and recommendations for further reading.
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