Vago provides an analysis of the major theoretical perspectives, sources, processes, patterns and consequences of social change.

Social Change

Politics & Social Sciences

Steven Vago

Sociology

Prentice Hall College Div.

A readable and comprehensive introduction that examines the key themes in the complex relationships of administrative, criminal and civil law to Canadian society.\nLaw and Society covers the evolution of modern legal systems, current intellectual movements in law, the interplay between law, law-making and social change and the main concerns and issues in the profession and practice of law. With plentiful examples and cases, it also explores recent theories, pertinent new research and emerging trends. 
Some of the updates to the second edition include information on contemporary issues such as Law and Literature, the Canadian court system, anti-terrorism legislation and privacy issues, drug legislation, divorce, and same-sex marriages. Discussions of aboriginal peoples and restorative justice have been expanded and critical thinking questions have been added to every chapter.

Law and Society, Second Canadian Edition

Adie Nelson

Politics & Government

Pearson Education Canada

Law and Society provides a balanced, comprehensive analysis of the interplay between law and society using both Canadian and international examples. This text gives students an overview of the most advanced interdisciplinary and international research, theoretical advances, ongoing debates, and controversies. In addition to updated statistics and case law, the fifth edition includes an expanded discussion of the law and First Nations people as well as new coverage of civil procedures and legal changes for GLBT persons, wrongful convictions, and student engagement with law. Each chapter now includes an outline, learning objectives, key terms, and chapter summaries.

Pearson International Edition Law & Society

Pearson

This overview of the entire legal system, covering administrative, civil, and criminal law, considers recent research and theories. It focuses on the emergence of modern legal systems, reciprocity between law and social change, and the profession and practice of law.

Law and Society

Law And Society

Steven E., Barkan

Veronica Nelson

Taylor and Francis

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