The Life Course: A Sociological Introduction

Stephen J Hunt

ISBN 10: 1403914702 / ISBN 13: 9781403914705

Published by Palgrave USA, 2005

About this Item

Rapid and far-reaching social transformation in Western society over the last few decades has prompted considerable interest in the life course. This accessible and informative text provides a substantive overview to the topic, combining contemporary and more traditional perspectives. Tracing the different stages of the life course through infancy and youth to old age and dying, the book considers what is distinct about a sociological approach to the life course and explores recent debates and changing theoretical perspectives in the context of biological, psychological and social influences.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Life Course: A Sociological Introduction
• Publisher: Palgrave USA
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1403914702
• ISBN 13: 9781403914705
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

Rapid and far-reaching social transformation in Western society over the last few decades has prompted considerable interest in the life course. This accessible and informative text provides a substantive overview to the topic, combining contemporary and more traditional perspectives. Tracing the different stages of the life course through infancy and youth to old age and dying, the book considers what is distinct about a sociological approach to the life course and explores recent debates and changing theoretical perspectives in the context of biological, psychological and social influences.

About the Author

Stephen Hunt is Senior Lecturer/Researcher in Sociology at the University of the West of England. He is a referee for theBritish Journal of Sociology, the Journal of Contemporary Religion andHumour. He is also on the editorial board for Pentecostudies. His publications includeReligion in Western Society, Alternative Religion, and Anyone for Alpha?