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News & Popular Culture Updates Today is Friday, May 24, 2013, it is the 145th day of the year. On this date in 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge, linking Manhattan and Brooklyn in New York City, opened to traffic. Sharing birthdays today are Tommy Chong, Bob Dylan, Gary Burghoff, Patti LaBelle, Priscilla Presley (68!), Alfred Molina, Rosanne Cash, Kristin Scott Thomas, and John C. Reilly. A portion of a 58-year-old I-5 bridge in Mount Vernon, Washington, north of Seattle, collapsed as cars tumbled into the river below; thankfully, no one was killed. More than 70,000 cars a day cross that bridge. It is estimated that 1 of every 9 bridges in the US are “functionally obsolete.” The gorgeous Lea Michele has signed a book deal with Harmony Books (Random House) titled “Brunette Ambition” to be released in 2014. The Boy Scouts of America voted on Thursday to allow gay members; they voted against having gay scout leaders. AAA estimates that over 31.2 million drivers will hit the roads for Memorial Weekend getaways…watch out for the bridges. A brazen, brutal attack near a military barracks in London on Wednesday afternoon left one man dead and two suspects in the hospital. The soldier was hacked to death with butchers’ knives. The incident is believed to be a terrorist attack as the murderers were filmed proclaiming anti-English and American chants and pro Islamic chants. Two more people were arrested today in connection with a radical Islamic faction operating in London.
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Sports Updates The LA KINGS beat the San Jose Sharks 3-0 on Thursday night to take a 3-2 lead in their Western Conference semifinals. It was the 12th straight home win for the Kings. Kopitar, Voynov and Carter each scored goals in the victory. In other NHL action, Detroit took a commanding 3-1 series lead in the other Western Conference semifinals with their 2-0 win over the Blackhawks, the team with the best regular season record. The NY Rangers were able to avoid being swept as they beat the Bruins 3-2 in overtime in the Garden. The next opponent for the Syracuse Crunch will be Wilkes-Barre/Scranton who came back to win their series 4-3 after losing the first 3 games of their series. The Crunch-Penguins series is for the Eastern Conference Finals of the AHL. NASCAR inducted its newest members into its Hall of Fame on Wednesday. Among those honored are Dale Jarrett (who joins his father Ned), Maurice “Chief” Petty and Nationwide Series legend Fireball Roberts who won 33 races in the 1950s and early 1960s before his legendary death in 1964. Lacrosse fans by the tens of thousands are headed to Philly this weekend for the FINAL FOUR in D-I, Women’s FINAL FOUR, and the D-II and D-III championship. The powerful #1 SYRACUSE ORANGE (15-3) faces #4 Denver (14-4) in one FINAL FOUR match-up and Cornell plays #7 Duke (14-5). In the Women’s Final Four, SYRACUSE (18-3) faces Maryland and UNC faces Northwestern in the other semifinal game. In Division II, LeMonye faces Mercyhurst. |
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American Street Gangs, 2nd edition (2013)
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American Street Gangs, 2nd edition (2013) The leading text on street gangs operating in the United States is now new and improved in this second edition of American Street Gangs, by Tim Delaney. The coverage of the number of gangs and examples of cities with gang problems has been expanded. And, among other features, that include many statistical tables, are featured “Connecting Street Gangs and Popular Culture” boxes, including photos! There is no better book on street gangs than this one. |
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Connecting Sociology to Our Lives: An Introduction to Sociology (2012) Many introductory sociology texts claim to make sociology relevant to student interests but no other text has done this so completely and engagingly as Connecting Sociology to Our Lives. Numerous examples from popular culture and contemporary culture are included and no other introductory sociology text explains sociology so thoroughly within the frame of the contemporary culture of students–a culture that pertains as much to political, economic, environmental, and other trends as it does to today’s pop stars. As Lady Gaga claims to be a member of the “sociology of fame” so too can you! For a further description visit: http://www.paradigmpublishers.com/Books/BookDetail.aspx?productID=298817
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Environmental Sustainability (2011) This book helps to clarify the meaning of “environmental sustainability” as well as to show why it is such an important–indeed perhaps the most important–topic that contemporary human beings need to address. “Environmental Sustainability” describes the role of humanity and nature in compromising the quality of the Earth’s environment. The role of skepticism is also addressed. To order this book go to: http://www.lulu.com/product/paperback/environmental-sustainability/15971831?productTrackingContext=search_results/search_shelf/center/1
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Sports: Why People Love Them! (2009) Are you ready to read a sports book that provides an overall positive slant on sports? Well, Sports: Why People Love Them! is the book for you. Among the topics covered, the social aspects of tailgating, including how to put on a great tailgate; a discussion of sports rivalries; a look at all-time great sports films; a firm commitment to promoting good sportsmanship; the role of cheerleaders in sport; promotiong sports and physical education as a means of curtailing the growing obesity epidemic; sports in prison; the positive role that sports serve with autistic children; and a discussion on the Paralympics and the Special Olympics. Plenty of photos and interviews with leadings sports personalities. To order this book go to: www.univpress.com
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The Sociology of Sports: An Introduction (2009) Ranging widely in its scope, this sociological exploration provides a critical look at the institution of sport but emphasizes the postive aspects by analyzing how sports affect and are affected by the mores, values, and general culture of a society. The Sociology of Sport provides a thorough study of the relationships between sports and such societal forces as violence, gender, race, religion, mass media, economics and others, commenting as well on the role of sports in high school and college life. American sports receive the fullest treatment, but the authors do not neglect the international aspects of sport. To order this book go to: http://www.mcfarlandpub.com/book-2.php?id=978-0-7864-4169-3
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Shameful Behaviors (2008) Shameful Behaviors:What do Paris Hilton, Britney Spears, Richard Gere, untalented American Idol singers, former FBI agent Robert Hanssen, former baseball player Jose Canseco, Dead-beat fathers, and drunken college students all have in common? They have all engaged in some type of shameful behavior. Seemingly, an increasing number of people are acting rudely, displaying poor etiquette, and acting shamelessly in an increasing number of social situations. In fact, it appears as though there is a rising culture of shamelessness in the United States. That is, people are engaging in behaviors that in the past would have brought embarrassment, shame, and a lower sense of self upon the perpetrator. Shameful Behaviors presents a unique look at American culture based on the premise that not only is there a rising culture of shamelessness; there is also a corresponding rise in formal and informal resistance against this trend. These patterns of resistance come primarily in the form of formal and informal shammings. In Shameful Behaviors, author Tim Delaney provides the reader with an informative and entertaining analysis of contemporary American culture. To Order this book go to: |
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Simpsonology: There’s a Little Bit Of Springfield in All of Us (2008) Simpsonology: There’s A Little Bit Of Springfield in All of Us! Is designed to entertain and inform the reader on the social significance and relevancy of the TV show The Simpson’s. The social relevance of The Simpson’s is demonstrated by the fact the show touches upon every major social institution (for example, culture, friendship, romance, marriage and family, religion, politics, sports, physical and mental health, and popular culture holidays such as April Fools’ Day and Halloween) found in society. Utilizing a variety of approaches including sociological, psychological, and philosophical, Simpsonology demonstrates the prevalence of The Simpson’s in popular culture in the United States and around the world. To order this book go to: |
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Seinology: The Sociology of Seinfield (2006) Seinology: The Sociology of Seinfield (2006) The show about “nothing” is transformed into a book about “everything” as author Tim Delaney demonstrates the sociological relevance of the hugely popular television sitcom Seinfeld. Seinology is filled with excerpts from many of the now-classic episodes to illustrate key facets of social interaction and human behavior. In fifteen chapters, amusingly titled after some of the show’s famous incidents, Delaney reviews what its characters teach us about ourselves and the complex society in which we live. Whether you are the “master of your domain,” “sponge worthy,” a “double dipper” or not, you will find this book an engaging and entertaining way to learn basic sociological concepts and relive many of your favorite Seinfeld memories. To order this book go to: www.prometheusbooks.com |
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American Street Gangs (2006) American Street Gangs (2006) American Street Gangs offers a fresh and wide-ranging review of critical issues related to gang life. It provides a comprehensive historical review of street gangs; examines major theories and socio-economic reasons as to why gangs exist; presents a description of all types of gangs; including small, regional, and national gangs, and female gangs; and analyzes law enforcement techniques to combat the growing problem of gangs and diversion efforts to keep youths out of gangs. American Street Gangs will help readers to better understand the complex world of street gangs. Among the many specific gangs discussed are: Crips, Bloods, MS-13, Latin Kings, Black Gangster Disciples and the 18th Street Gang of Los Angeles. Delaney has studied street gangs first-hand in such cities as Los Angeles, San Diego, Buffalo, and Syracuse. This is the only textbook on gangs that offers a review of New York State street gangs in Syracuse, Rochester and Buffalo. To order this book go to: www.amazon.com |
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Contemporary Social Theory: Investigation and Application (2005) Contemporary Social Theory: Investigation and Application (2005) Contemporary social theory is dominated with a large number of social theorists who are generally very specialized in specific areas of study. As a result, contemporary social theory is usually described in relation to “schools of thought” where like-minded theorists are lumped together. Contemporary Social Theory: Investigation and Application begins with an examination of social theory and is followed by a review of the major schools of thought. In each of the chapters on the major schools is a review of the basic tenets, a discussion on some of the major theorists found in each school, their influences, and their contributions to social theory. The final chapter, “Applying Social Theory to Future Society,” predicts events to occur the future. Delaney introduces such terms as the five horrorists and enviromares. To order this book go to: www.amazon.com |
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Social Diseases: Mafia, Terrorism and Totalitarianism (2004) Social Diseases: Mafia, Terrorism and Totalitarianism (2004) Social Diseases: Mafia, Terrorism, Totalitarianism represents a collection of works written by scholars from the United States and Russia. The editors, Tim Delaney, Valerii Kuvakin, and Tim Madigan contributed chapters on this collaborative book published by the Russian Humanist Society. Delaney’s chapter “The Russian Mafia in the United States” provides a brief review of the origins of the Russian Mafia and their growing influence in organized crime schemes in the United States. Delaney’s “Street Gangs: A Growing Social Problem” provides an excellent review of the growing presence of gangs in the United States and worldwide. This Book Is Sold Out in the United States Available in Moscow through the Russian Humanist Society
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Classical Social Theory: Investigation and Application (2004) Classical Social Theory: Investigation and Application (2004) provides an excellent overview of classical social theory with a concentration on sociological thought. An introductory chapter provides a review of some of the many social, political, and philosophical antecedents that preceded the founding of sociology. Chapters Two through Thirteen provide a review of specific social thinkers critically important to the development and expansion of the field of sociology. Among the theorists discussed are Comte, Spencer, Marx, Durkheim, Weber, Simmel, Mead, and Homans. Special focus is paid to showing the relevancy of the ideas of these classical social thinkers. In Chapter 14, “Contributions from Women to Classical Social Theory,” Delaney presents the only textbook on classical social theory with a chapter on the contributions of early women social thinkers (written by the author of the textbook itself). To order this book go to: www.amazon.com |
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Values, Society & Evolution (2002) Values, Society & Evolution (2002) In Values, Society and Evolution, Editor Tim Delaney secured chapter submissions from scholars around the world including the United States, Russia, New Zealand and Spain. A wide variety of topics are discussed in this book including, Herbert Spencer and his ideas on social evolution; Karl Marx and social change; the role of religion in society; religious doomsday cults; the value of multiculturalism; the role of the media in sports; the value of sports heroes to society; and ethical issues in social research. The underlying theme of this book is the realization that most brilliant thinkers share a belief in the overall progress of humanity due to the guiding principles of rationalism and scientific inquiry and discovery. This book is sold out… |
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Community, Sport And Leisure (2001, 1999) Community, Sport And Leisure (2001, 1999) Community, Sport and Leisure represents Delaney’s first book. A great deal of original research conducted by Delaney is presented in Community, Sport and Leisure. The author clearly demonstrates the important role of sport in society. Sport is one of the most dominant institutions in American society (behind, perhaps, the family and religion) and its place in culture has been well documented throughout history and will assuredly remain a dominant institution in the future. Among the topic areas are the role of sport in the community; behaviors of sport gamblers; the controversy surrounding the use of “Indian” imagery in sport nicknames, logos, and mascots; the role of athletes as heroes; and an analysis of the similarities and differences between sport and religion. This book is sold out…
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