Routledge Handbook of Disability Studies

‘The Routledge Handbook of Disability Studies is an outstanding accomplishment, bringing together many thoughtful and well written contributions, from both leaders in the field and emerging scholars, that advance disability theory, illuminate key academic and policy debates, and extend disability studies into a number of important and timely areas, some previously neglected. I cannot imagine anyone in or out of disability studies who will not find much that is new and valuable in this volume.’–Richard K. Scotch, Professor of Sociology and Public Policy, University of Texas at Dallas, USA.

‘The Editors have brought together a series of readings that are set within a cross-cultural and cross-disciplinary dimension. The book is divided into five chosen themes, each providing a rich source of perspectives, insights and questions that are of fundamental concern for disability studies. Given the complexity and contentious nature of the issues and arguments provided in the chapters, there is a serious need for critical engagement on the part of the reader. This is an important and thought-provoking book which deserves to be widely read and debated and will hopefully contribute to the advancement of knowledge and understanding in disability studies.’– Len Barton, Professor Emeritus at the Institute of Education, University of London, UK.