The Social Science Jargon Buster: The Key Terms You Need to Know

Are you confused by academic jargon? Do you know your discourse from your dialectic? Can you tell the difference between anomie and alienation? The Social Science Jargon Buster tackles the most confusing concepts in the social sciences in an easy-to-understand erudite and witty way. Zina OLeary brings impressive clarity and insight to even the most complex terms. This practical down-to-earth dictionary helps students new to the social sciences gain a thorough understanding of the key terms. Each entry includes a concise core definition a more detailed explanation and an introduction to the associated debates and controversies. In addition the book includes a useful outline of the practical application of each term as well as a list of key figures and recommendations for further reading. This dictionary brings a refreshing clarity to social science discourse making it essential reading for all students on undergraduate social science courses.