Sociology
Sociology
Crossing the divide : Precarious work and the future of labour
While work-related insecurities and worker vulnerability induced by neoliberal globalization are undeniably affecting an increasing number of workers around the world, crossing the Divide reveals that the history and legacy of colonialism is shaping the response of the Global South in ways that are quite different from that of the North.
R 276,25
R 325,00
Community Development in an Uncertain World: Vision, Analysis and Practice
This new edition includes important new research into community development and 'alternative visions' for a sustainable, just future. It draws on principles of social justice, and post-Enlightenment and Indigenous perspectives to advance holistic approaches to community development. It remains an essential resource for students and professionals.
R 780,00
Facets of power : Politics, profits and people in the making of Zimbabwe's blood diamonds
Facets of Power is the first comprehensive account of the emergence, meaning and profound impact of Chiadzwa's diamonds. Drawing on new fieldwork and published sources, the contributors present a graphic and accessibly written narrative of corruption and greed, as well as resistance by those who have suffered.
R 327,25
R 385,00
Explaining Social Behavior : More Nuts and Bolts for the Social Sciences
This substantially revised edition of Jon Elster's acclaimed book exploring the nature of social behavior features a wholly new chapter and a new conclusion. Proposing choice as the central concept of the social sciences, this book will greatly interest upper-level students and undergraduates of political philosophy, economics, psychology and social theory.
R 484,21
A kinship of bones Aids, intimacy and care in rural KwaZulu-Natal
From 2003-2006, Patricia Henderson lived in the South African province of KwaZulu-Natal, where she recorded the experiences of people living with HIV/AIDS. In this illumination study, she recounts the concerns of rural people and explores local repertoires through which illness was folded into everyday life.
R 127,50
R 150,00
A Dictionary of Sociology
The most authoritative dictionary of sociology available. Fully revised to include the most up-to-date concepts and contemporary social issues. It is both an ideal introduction to the subject, and an invaluable reference work for more advanced students and teachers.
R 208,21
R 244,95
Class in Soweto
The book presents findings and analysis from six years of research on class structure and class identity in Soweto, South Africa's most populous and politically-important township.
R 174,25
R 205,00
Capital cities in Africa
Capital cities today remain central to both nations and states. They host centres of political power, not only national, but in some cases regional and global as well, thus offering major avenues to success, wealth and privilege.
R 250,00
Becoming worthy ancestors
Why does it matter that nations should care for their archives, and that they should develop a sense of shared identity? And why should these processes take place in the public domain?
R 145,00
Land, memory, reconstruction and justice
Land is a significant and controversial topic in South Africa. Addressing the land claims of those dispossessed in the past has proved to be a demanding, multidimensional process.
R 120,00
A paradox of victory
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) emerged from the anti-apartheid struggle as the largest and most powerful union federation in South Africa.
R 140,25
R 165,00
Labour relations
A brief overview of labour relations from an industrial psychology perspective. The book is unique because it differs from the traditional, legalistic approach to labour relations - instead it focuses on the psychology of the people involved and the processes by which people pursue their economic concerns.
R 547,36
R 643,95