Social Sciences: The Big Issues

The fourth edition of Social Sciences: The Big Issues has been fully revised and updated to explore key debates about how we live our personal, domestic, and emotional lives at a time of enormous change and disruption, including a pandemic that locked down households and economies. It covers topics such as changing selves and personal lives in light of racism and sexual and identity politics, changing patterns of consumption in relation to market production and climate change, changing intersections of citizenship, migration, and globalization, and changing ideas about power, politics, and populism in the aftermath of Brexit. The book provides a clear, accessible introduction to the ideas and approaches of the social sciences across a range of disciplines.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 212 pages
Publication date: 31 December 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The fourth edition of Social Sciences: The Big Issues has been thoroughly revised and updated to address the significant debates and challenges that we face in our personal, domestic, and emotional lives at a time of immense change and disruption, including the unprecedented pandemic that has impacted our world. Since the third edition, our lives have undergone a profound transformation, with the pandemic temporarily halting social interactions and forcing governments to shut down their economies. This edition of The Big Issues begins with the impact of the pandemic on our daily lives, highlighting the radical shift in routine and the exposure of enduring social inequalities, particularly in the face of COVID-19.

Among the new and significant topics covered in this edition are:

Changing selves and personal lives in the context of racism, sexual and identity politics, and the pandemic
Changing patterns of consumption in relation to market production and their implications for climate change
Changing intersections of citizenship, migration, and globalization in the context of the virus crossing borders, and the opportunities and sources of inequality involved
Changing ideas about power, politics, and populism in the aftermath of Brexit

Building upon the strong foundation of the previous edition, this fully revised fourth edition delves into how big issues and social forces intersect to shape both change and evidence of continuity, particularly in the realm of social inequalities. It serves as a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the ideas and approaches of the social sciences, encompassing a range of disciplines such as sociology, psychology, and politics.

In conclusion, the fourth edition of Social Sciences: The Big Issues is a vital resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the complex and interconnected world we live in. It provides a comprehensive and accessible exploration of the key debates and challenges that shape our lives, offering insights into the social forces that shape our societies and the forces that drive change. As we navigate the unprecedented challenges and opportunities of our time, this edition serves as a valuable guide for navigating the complexities of our world and building a more equitable and inclusive future.

Weight: 348g
Dimension: 155 x 324 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367522278
Edition number: 4 New edition