Sociology Through Emotions

“The Sociology Through Emotions reader, together with the textbook An Invitation to the Sociology of Emotions, is an essential toolkit for the study of the sociology of emotions. It is a dream come true for any teaching professional engaged in the study of emotions within the social sciences. The collection of texts is organised around selected topics that would typically be found in a general sociology course. These include socialisation, family, crime and law, religion. Here, society is viewed through the lens of emotions, clarifying, complementing and ‘colouring’ social interacting contexts, norms, cultural meanings and inequalities. Scott Harris’ carefully selected texts are based on qualitative research, but this does not limit the overall perspective, as emotions in social life play the role of a link between feeling individuals and society.” Olga A. Simonova, HSE University, Russia, Sociology of Emotions. Board Member of ISA RC RC36 Alienation Theory and Research (2023-2027) “The relevant, timely readings assembled in Sociology Through Emotions explore the intricate relationship between emotions and sociology and offer insights into how our feelings shape social interactions. Whether used on its own or as a companion to An Invitation to the Sociology of Emotions, this collection shows how emotions provide a compelling and accessible gateway into sociological topics, concepts, and theories.” Leslie Irvine, Professor of Sociology, University of Colorado, Boulder