Social Deviance: Readings in Theory and Research

by Henry N. Pontell, Stephen Rosoff

In its first edition with McGraw-Hill, this comprehensive source of classic and contemporary readings will help students learn who becomes deviant, why people become deviant, and how individual and institutional reactions help define the social reality of deviants (the persons) and deviance (the behavior). The selected readings provide experiences for students by providing a solid foundation in the field and a means by which to examine contemporary issues.

512 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1993

Reviews

[Ben · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent collection of primary writings on the sociology of deviance. Particularly like Humphreys' 'Tearoom Trade' and the other writings on sexual deviance.