The Sociology of Healthcare

The editors, both eminent academics in health and social care, have put together an interesting collection of 28 classic and contemporary readings... The papers are short, but do stimulate reflection and critical thinking.' - Nursing Standard

A comprehensive collection of classic and contemporary readings in the sociology of health. The Sociology of Healthcare will stimulate debate, reflexive practice and critical thinking in applied sociology and is aimed at the teaching and learning needs of both lecturers and students.A comprehensive collection of classic and contemporary readings in the sociology of health. The Sociology of Healthcare will stimulate debate, reflexive practice and critical thinking in applied sociology and is aimed at the teaching and learning needs of both lecturers and students.