<p>A very scholarly, upper-level text examining deviance and social control using nine major theoretical perspectives. For each perspective, Pfohl describes the basic theoretical images of deviance; discusses dominant research strategies and social control policies; locates the perspective within a general sociohistorical framework; discusses its status today; and assesses its strengths and weaknesses. While primarily sociological, it spans the concerns of a variety of disciplines (criminology/CJ, anthropology, religion, psychology, medicine, political science), integrating references to literature, film, music, and painting to show parallels between images of deviance produced by scientists and those produced by artists. A persuasive theme is that power relations, which are socially organized, shape a person's perception, definition, and reaction to deviance; thus, the study of deviance and social control is decidedly political. In the second edition, in addition to general updating, Pfohl enhances material on race and gender in the hierarchical/patriarchal power structure. He also expands and elaborates upon the critical perspective, devoting the two final chapters to it.</p>

Images of Deviance and Social Control: A Sociological History

Politics & Social Sciences

Pfohl, Stephen J.

Social Sciences

Mcgraw-Hill College

History

Historical Study & Educational Resources

McGraw-Hill,Inc.

Predicting dangerousness: The social construction of psychiatric reality

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Psychology & Counseling

Lexington

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