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Combines policy, practice and theory in its presentation of recent developments in disability studies. This unique book brings together key figures in the field, synthesising the work of both able-bodied and disabled contributors to assess the recent history, current practice and key issues in a rapidly growing and controversial new area. *Presents for the first time a sociological rather than medical/psychological perspective to the study of disability. *Provides a wealth of ideas and insights into institutional discrimination, human rights, difference, independence and collective action. *Draws contributions from both able-bodied and disabled sociologists.Product Identifiers
PublisherTaylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN-139780582291669
eBay Product ID (ePID)95049588
Product Key Features
Number of Pages278 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameDisability and Society: Emerging Issues and Insights
Publication Year1996
SubjectDisability, Healthcare System
TypeTextbook
AuthorLen Barton
FormatPaperback
Dimensions
Item Height216 mm
Item Weight454 g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
Title_AuthorLen Barton
Series TitleLongman Sociology Series