Social Class in Europe: An Introduction to the European Socio-Economic Classification Contributor(s): Rose, David (Editor), Harrison, Eric (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0415458013 ISBN-13: 9780415458016 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $209.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: December 2009 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Social Classes & Economic Disparity - Social Science | Sociology - General |
Dewey: 305.507 |
LCCN: 2009014488 |
Series: Routledge/ESA Studies in European Societies |
Physical Information: 1" H x 6.2" W x 9.2" (1.50 lbs) 350 pages |
Themes: - Cultural Region - Eastern Europe - Cultural Region - Central Europe - Cultural Region - Western Europe |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This timely volume introduces a new social class schema, the European Socio-economic Classification (ESeC), which has been specifically developed and tested for use in EU comparative research. Social Class in Europe aims to introduce researchers to the new classification and its research potential. Since socio-economic classifications are so widely used in official and academic research, this collection is essential reading for all users of both government and academic social classifications. While primarily aimed at researchers who will be using the ESeC, the book's contents will also have a wider appeal as it is suitable for students taking substantive courses in European studies or as a supplementary text for undergraduates studying the EU, Sociology and Economics. Because of its inherent methodological interest, the book should prove a valuable tool for undergraduate and graduate courses that discuss how social scientists construct and validate basic measures. It will also be required reading for policy makers and analysts concerned with social inequality and social exclusion across Europe. |