Sociology

Mumia Abu-Jamal, a former radio reporter, is currently in prison in Pennsylvania awaiting his state-sactioned execution.…

This examination of mass shootings in America urges evidence-based strategies to prevent these tragedies. The Violence…

Bigfoot's been a superstar in movies, TV, and books, but the big question remains: Is the big guy really out there?…

Ever thought you were making super smart choices on important issues like backing the right politician or picking the…

You might think of yourself as a mostly honest person, but that's only because you've gotten used to being dishonest…

Step into the intriguing world of hyenas and the people of Harar, Ethiopia, as we embark on an unconventional adventure!…

Photographer Dick Blau and historian Nigel Rothfels combine forces to present this examination of the daily routines…

Growing up in Australia, Fariha Róisín, a Bangladeshi Muslim, struggled to fit in. In attempts to assimilate, she…

This captivating exploration delves into beach resort culture, from its origins in fashionable society to its current…

In this book, author Chuck Klosterman integrates film, music, sports, TV, politics, social changes, and cultural…

A detailed history of the Japanese "shadow warriors," ninjas, who were once some of the world's most feared warriors.…

As a brown immigrant from Mexico, author Julissa Arce faced assimilation demands since arriving in San Antonio in 1994.…

This is an inspiring guide from social psychologist Dolly Chugh on confronting difficult issues like sexism, racism, and…

Radio Flyer provides a visual history of one of the most beloved inventions for children, the Little Red Wagon. What…

This book explores the morally compromised work that society considers essential, such as drone pilots carrying out…

Covering everything from branding and content creation to navigating the pet influencer industry, it provides insights…

This book is a smart and incisive essay collection by Elle Magazine’s fashion features director Veronique Hyland that…

From the bestselling author of The 57 Bus comes a cautionary true tale of an Instagram account that changes everything…

Feast your eyes on this compilation of bizarre and implausible conspiracy theories. The World's Worst…

Popular music has the power to both unite and divide us. Music and the cult tribes it forms, along with the different…

This explores how challenges and setbacks can shape success and motivation, offering a fresh perspective on overcoming…

Where do you get your books from? Is it your indie bookstore, a large chain, or an online megacorp squeezing the life…

Indulge in a bit of shear delight with this insightful bit of social history. The Barber Book traces men's hairstyles…

Rose Hackman's excursion into the uncompensated work that women and minorities perform every day begins with a…