This book inquires into the relations between society and its natural environment by examining the historical discourse around several cases of state building in the American West: the construction of
Hermes on Two Wheels shows the dynamic world of the bicycle messenger through a sociological lens, based on a five-year participant observation study. Beginning with the experiences of messengers them
This book inquires into the relations between society and its natural environment by examining the historical discourse around several cases of state building in the American West: the construction of
From the driveway mechanic to the backyard gardener, many diverse people are 'doing it themselves' by building or repairing the stuff of their daily lives without the aid of experts. Do It Yourself us
Green Culture: An A-to-Z Guide explores the on-going paradigm shift in culture and lifestyles toward promoting a sustainable environment. After years of discussion about the environment dating back to
This short text, ideal for Social Problems and Criminal Justice courses, examines the American prison system, its conditions, and its impact on society. Wehr and Aseltine define the prison industrial
