Just Rewards

Author : Larry M. Rosen
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 606 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2018-05-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781387775354

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Just Rewards by Larry M. Rosen Pdf

Mena Harling learns shoddy maintenance caused ThriftJet crashes, one in which her brother died. Then a whistleblower is murdered, a note left by his corpse-Too risky to fly; deny that, you'll die; I'll watch your tears dry; your last sigh's my high. Aether. And TOETIFTSA, who desecrated Nora Kelly's church, continues killing Christians, leaving a note-Christian fundamentalism is not a righteous pursuit. So Maxine Kordell, Nora, Willi Mayers, and Haley join Mena. When Aether murders Cluster members, The Tracer asks for help, and reveals The Cluster killed Will Rogers, Amelia Earhart, and Glenn Miller. Then Aether attacks Dulles Airport and other iconic aerospace sites, as TOETIFTSA causes the crash of a plane carrying Christians, then tries to murder Nora. So Mena seeks help from a notorious serial killer, a psychiatrist living in Italy, who will profile Aether if the team agrees to a favor. Finally, events push Mena to become the determined protector of certain sociopaths just rewards.

Author : Jonathan H. Turner
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 731 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2006-11-22
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780387362748

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Handbook of Sociological Theory by Jonathan H. Turner Pdf

This wide-ranging handbook presents in-depth discussions on the array of subspecialties that comprise the field of sociological theory. Prominent theorists working in a variety of traditions discuss methodologies and strategies; the cultural turn in sociological theorizing; interaction processes; theorizing from the systemic and macro level; new directions in evolutionary theorizing; power, conflict, and change; and theorizing from assumptions of rationality.

Author : Kjell Törnblom,Riël Vermunt
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2016-05-23
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781317149354

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Distributive and Procedural Justice by Kjell Törnblom,Riël Vermunt Pdf

This interdisciplinary and cross-national volume brings together theory and research by prominent scholars within the areas of distributive and procedural justice, not only featuring work within each area separately, as is commonly done, but also showing how combinations of the two justice orientations might operate to affect justice judgments and guide behaviour. Chapters cover various levels of analysis, from intra-personal to interpersonal to group and societal levels. The volume is divided into four sections: distributive justice, procedural justice, distributive and procedural justice, and methodological issues. Each section is subdivided into two parts, basic research and applied research re: current and important societal issues. Each chapter contains an overview of theoretical and empirical research on a particular topic. The volume is designed for use on courses in social psychology, psychology, sociology, political philosophy, and law.

Author : Barbara Taylor Bradford
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2020-04-16
Category : Enemies
ISBN : 0008365636

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Just Rewards by Barbara Taylor Bradford Pdf

The conclusion to the extraordinary tale of Emma Harte, the original Woman of Substance, and the powerful Harte clan...

Author : Seth Abrutyn,Kevin McCaffree
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 313 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2021-03-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781000331509

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Theoretical Sociology by Seth Abrutyn,Kevin McCaffree Pdf

Since Durkheim’s influential work a century ago, sociological theory has been among the most integrative and useful tools for social scientists across many disciplines. Sociological theory has nevertheless, due to its usefulness, expanded so very broadly that some wonder whether the concept of "general theory," or even the attempt to link middle-range theories, is still of any use. This book, a collection of top theorists reflecting on the present and future of the craft, addresses this most important question. Taking their lead from Jonathan Turner’s important recent work, and drawing on their own broad experience, Seth Abrutyn and Kevin McCaffree have organized the chapters in this book from the general, integrative and review-focused bookend chapters to more specific chapters on innovations in theory construction at the micro, meso and macro levels. Moreover, the book’s microsociological content on interpersonal violence, solidarity, identity and emotion coheres with chapters in mesosociological dynamics on class, education and networks, which in turn integrate with the chapters on inequality, justice, morality and cultural evolution found in the section on macrosociology. The distinguished contributors share a distinct commitment to the development, innovation and relevance of general sociological theory. This volume is an invaluable sourcebook for advanced students and social science faculty interested in understanding how sociological theory’s past and present are informing its future.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2021-10-18
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789004473362

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New Directions in Quantitative Comparative Sociology by Anonim Pdf

The comparative method is at the core of sociological inquiry and gained new importance, emphasis and practitioners particularly after the second world war as a consequence of a large variety of international and global scale developments. The contributions to this book regard nations or countries as contextual units of analysis and treat them as variables. Theoretical explanations are presented of how social phenomena are systematically related to characteristics of the nation states and these explanations are tested empirically using the qualitative tools of mainstream sociology. The chapters in this book can be useful to a broad audience and a range of social scientists who are interested in the understanding of contemporary social phenomena that are no longer limited to national borders but that are transnational or of a global order. Contributors are Toril Aalberg, Wil Arts, Carole B. Burgoyne, Loek Halman, Piet Hermkens, Guillermina Jasso, Mebs Kanji, James R. Kluegel, Ola Listhaug, David S. Mason, Petr Matěju, Neil Nevitte, Thorleif Pettersson, David A. Routh, Svetlana Sidorenko-Stephenson, Johan Verweij, Bernd Wegener, and Peter Van Wijck.

Author : Clara Sabbagh,Manfred Schmitt
Publisher : Springer
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2016-02-08
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781493932160

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Handbook of Social Justice Theory and Research by Clara Sabbagh,Manfred Schmitt Pdf

The International Society for Justice Research (ISJR) aims to provide a platform for interdisciplinary justice scholars who are encouraged to present and exchange their ideas. This exchange has yielded a fruitful advance of theoretical and empirically-oriented justice research. This volume substantiates this academic legacy and the research prospects of the ISJR in the field of justice theory and research. Included are themes and topics such as the theory of the justice motive, the mapping of the multifaceted forms of justice (distributive, procedural) and justice in context-bound spheres (e.g. non-humans). It presents a comprehensive "state of the art" overview in the field of justice research theory and it puts forth an agenda for future interdisciplinary and international justice research. It is worth noting that authors in this proposed volume represent ISJR's leading scholarship. Thus, the compilation of their research within a single framework exposes potential readers to high quality academic work that embodies the past, current and future trends of justice research.

Author : Catherine Whittier Huber,Lynn C. McCallum
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2011-01-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781608998241

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The Whole Gospel according to the Universal Theater of God's Kingdom by Catherine Whittier Huber,Lynn C. McCallum Pdf

When our Father of Faith is tempted to sacrifice his sense of humor on the Altar of God's Demands, God intervenes in a surprising way that really makes Abe laugh. This is the same God whose hungry servant, Elijah, is fed by ravens way out on the ragged edge and towards whom Moses manages a sidewise glance while on the lookout for greener pastures. Then along comes another tough act to follow--the Wild Man of Judea appearing in the Galilee Theater and baptizing Jesus of Nazareth in the Jordan River of God's Transforming Power and Hope. Then, in the very next scene, JŽsus ben Dios, the Number One Draft Choice in all of Baseball, hops a trial-ways bus to intensive-training camp where he comes face to face with the temptations and adversities of the real world. Fortunately, JŽsus has his Spring Training Manual handy for quick reference. Jesus then launches his teaching and healing career in many forms: as a dance instructor, farmer, chef--and even as a flamboyant pyromaniac-arsonist who comes not to bring peace to the world but to set it on fire. For who can forget Marshal Jesus out along the Border of Sin and Forgiveness encountering the Ten Men-yon? Or the homefolks' chant, Dr. Jesus, he's our man! If we can't use him, nobody can!? Because when Anglo-Catholic Father Jesus meets an average parishioner at the Holy Water Basin and asks her to bless him with it, their engaging conversation prompts students of the bible and pillars of the church to take a second look in order to watch ordinary altar candles suddenly take on more beauty and meaning than they have ever imagined before. So, for those who have eyes to see: Look!

Author : Joseph Berger,Morris Zelditch Jr.
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2002-07-31
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781461714736

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New Directions in Contemporary Sociological Theory by Joseph Berger,Morris Zelditch Jr. Pdf

Written by eminent sociologists, this book introduces and assesses some of the most influential, recent sociological theories. Each chapter explains the theory and describes a related program of empirical research. Chapters are authored by the actual founders (and/or leading exponents) of these theoretical programs; many chapters contain a description of the inception, growth, and present status of the theoretical program. The book covers a broad range of sociological concerns, from the investigation of power and status processes, to social movements and revolutions, to organizational and institutional structures, to world system analysis. Accessibly written for a wide sociological audience, this book is an invaluable introduction for undergraduates and graduates to sociology's most important theoretical advances.

Author : Jan E. Stets,Jonathan H. Turner
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 678 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2007-10-10
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0387739912

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Handbook of the Sociology of Emotions by Jan E. Stets,Jonathan H. Turner Pdf

Since the 1970s, the study of emotions moved to the forefront of sociological analysis. This book brings the reader up to date on the theory and research that have proliferated in the analysis of human emotions. The first section of the book addresses the classification, the neurological underpinnings, and the effect of gender on emotions. The second reviews sociological theories of emotion. Section three covers theory and research on specific emotions: love, envy, empathy, anger, grief, etc. The final section shows how the study of emotions adds new insight into other subfields of sociology: the workplace, health, and more.

Author : Hannah Bradby,Valeria Pulignano,Kath Woodward,Guillermina Jasso,William Outhwaite,Kassia Ruth Wosick
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2022-07-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782889766215

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Inequalities by Hannah Bradby,Valeria Pulignano,Kath Woodward,Guillermina Jasso,William Outhwaite,Kassia Ruth Wosick Pdf

Author : Juan Carlos Castillo
Publisher : Universal-Publishers
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781599423760

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The Legitimacy of Economic Inequality by Juan Carlos Castillo Pdf

This research is an empirical study of the legitimacy of economic inequality with a focus on the case of Chile. Chile is an appealing case study in this regard because it has been one of the countries with the highest indexes of economic inequality over the past several decades. Theoretical perspectives based on the rational interest of the median voter have pointed out a negative association between high levels of inequality and legitimacy. Nevertheless, empirical evidence indicates that an unequal distribution of income is not necessarily challenged by the majority of a society, a phenomenon associated with the concept of legitimacy of economic inequality. Most empirical studies of this topic to date have considered social contexts that are not characterized by (comparatively) high levels of income inequality; thus, the impact of the level of inequality on its legitimacy remains largely unclear. The present study aimed at bridging this research gap, guided by the question: How do high levels of income inequality in a society influence the legitimacy of economic inequality? Using data obtained by comparative public opinion projects including the International Social Survey Program (ISSP) and the International Social Justice Project (ISJP), this research considered individual preferences for occupational earnings inequality (the just earnings gap) as the main object of study. The central hypothesis was that individual preferences are strongly influenced by contextual standards such as the current income distribution, leading individuals of countries with high levels of inequality to have stronger average preferences for economic inequality (the so-called existential argument). Empirical evidence of legitimacy was related to two central dimensions based on David Beetham's multidimensional concept of legitimacy: (a) consensus regarding the inequality in the distribution of earnings in Chile and (b) the impact of the country level of income inequality on individual preferences for a larger just earnings gap. The empirical analysis provided partial evidence regarding the consensus about inequality in Chile, whereas in an international comparative framework, countries with higher levels of income inequality showed a stronger preference for a larger just earnings gap.

Author : Bartlett Jere Whiting
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 626 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0674219813

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Early American Proverbs and Proverbial Phrases by Bartlett Jere Whiting Pdf

p.B. J. Whiting savors proverbial expressions and has devoted much of his lifetime to studying and collecting them; no one knows more about British and American proverbs than he. The present volume, based upon writings in British North America from the earliest settlements to approximately 1820, complements his and Archer Taylor's Dictionary of American Proverbs and Proverbial Phrases, 1820-1880. It differs from that work and from other standard collections, however, in that its sources are primarily not "literary" but instead workaday writings - letters, diaries, histories, travel books, political pamphlets, and the like. The authors represent a wide cross-section of the populace, from scholars and statesmen to farmers, shopkeepers, sailors, and hunters. Mr. Whiting has combed all the obvious sources and hundreds of out-of-the-way publications of local journals and historical societies. This body of material, "because it covers territory that has not been extracted and compiled in a scholarly way before, can justly be said to be the most valuable of all those that Whiting has brought together," according to Albert B. Friedman. "What makes the work important is Whiting's authority: a proverb or proverbial phrase is what BJW thinks is a proverb or proverbial phrase. There is no objective operative definition of any value, no divining rod; his tact, 'feel, ' experience, determine what's the real thing and what is spurious."

Author : Herman Steensma,Riël Vermunt
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 301 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2013-06-29
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781489926296

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Social Justice in Human Relations Volume 2 by Herman Steensma,Riël Vermunt Pdf

Justice plays an important role in our culture. The topic of justice has attracted the attention of scholars all over the world. Beginning in 1985, a continuing series of international conferences on social justice in The Netherlands at which scientists present and discuss started papers, exchange information, and choose new roads to theory build ing. In this volume, a selection of papers, presented at the International Conference on Social Justice in Human Relations (Leiden, 1986) is published. There has been some refinement and improvement, thanks to the comments made by experts in the field. The chapters in this volume represent second (and, in some cases, even third or fourth) versions of the papers. As organizers of the conference and editors of this volume, we hope that the reader will be pleased by the content and the high quality of the chapters. There is some diversity, but there also are some common themes. We have organized the chapters with respect to what we think are two important themes: (1) behavioral and attitudinal reactions to (in) justice and (2) macrojustice. These categories are not mutually exclusive, for some chapters could have been placed in both categories. Still, we think the distinction between these themes has value.

Author : Karen A. Hegtvedt,Jody Clay-Warner
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2008-08-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781848551053

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Justice by Karen A. Hegtvedt,Jody Clay-Warner Pdf

Discusses a range of fundamental issues about justice. This work addresses issues pertaining to distributive, procedural, and interactional justice using a range of methodologies. It focuses on issues relevant to the processes underlying justice evaluations, including motivations, perceptions, identities, ideologies and exclusionary practices.