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Sociology: Find Books

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Books on Reserve

Social Problems in a Diverse Society
ISBN: 9780205885756
SOCI 104
Science, Technology, and Society by Wenda K. Bauchspies; Jennifer Croissant; Sal Restivo
ISBN: 0631232109
Publication Date: 2005-08-26
SOCI 209

Pressbooks

Presbooks
Find open access introductory books on sociology and related topics, including equity, gender studies, working with families with children, and more.

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Handbooks

Qualitative Research by Sharan B. Merriam
ISBN: 9780470283547
Publication Date: 2009
Introduction to the fundamental concepts of qualitative research.
Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design by John W. Creswell
ISBN: 9781412995313
Publication Date: 2012
Explores the philosophical underpinnings, history, and key elements of each of five qualitative inquiry traditions: narrative research, phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnography, and case study.

Encyclopedias

Encyclopedia of Social Work
Widely considered the cornerstone of reference in its field, including demographic changes from immigration, technology, the implications of managed care, faith-based assistance, evidence-based practice, gerontology, and trauma and disaster.