| Health Studies: A Critical and Cross-Cultural Reader Contributor(s): Samson, Colin (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0631201904 ISBN-13: 9780631201908 Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell OUR PRICE: $67.27 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 1999 Annotation: This volume brings together key readings of significant moments in the understanding of health. It goes beyond the often superficial literature-review style of medical sociology texts. In doing so, this book presents a challenging array of classic and new material on the social basis of health, illness and healing. The" Reader" incorporates many of the elements of the "new" medical anthropology and sociology of health and illness. Each section of the book is introduced with an essay by the editor, providing a fresh perspective on topical issues setting out the core concerns of the authors whose work follows. In addition, the" Reader" is supported by an extensive guide to further reading. It provides students with an introduction to the field and a critical insight into current debates. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Sociology - General - Medical | Essays - Family & Relationships |
| Dewey: 306.461 |
| LCCN: 99025165 |
| Physical Information: 1.18" H x 6.73" W x 9.7" (1.53 lbs) 392 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Family |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This volume brings together key readings of significant moments in the understanding of health. It goes beyond the often superficial literature-review style of medical sociology texts. |