Social Exclusion

Book Details

• Author: David Byrne

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• Edition: Second

• ISBN: 8131602451

• Binding: Hardcover

• Package Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.3 x 0.8 inches

About the Book
"Social Exclusion" is a comprehensive examination of the condition of individuals, households, neighborhoods, ethnic, and other identity groups who face exclusion from society. The second edition of this widely read book delves into developments in social theory, social experience, and social policy related to social exclusion.

The first part of the book explores the origins of the term "social exclusion" and discusses its distinctions from related concepts such as "underclass" and "residuum." The application of Complexity Theory adds depth to this analysis. The updated second part further develops the theoretical framework with a detailed review of the dynamics of individual lives in a changing social order. Topics covered include income inequality, spatial division, and exclusion in relation to health, education, and cultural processes, particularly in Europe and North America.

The final part introduces a new chapter, which outlines the content and impact of national and international policies designed to address exclusion.

This book is crucial for students of social sciences, including sociology, social theory, and social policy, providing valuable insights into the nature of social exclusion and the efforts to combat it.

Contents
(Content details were not provided, but the book covers themes such as social exclusion, inequality, and related policies.)

About the Author / Editor
David Byrne is the head of the School of Applied Social Sciences at the University of Durham. His previous publications include Complexity Theory and the Social Sciences (1998), Interpreting Quantitative Data (2002), and Understanding the Urban (2001).