Book Description:
Explore the crucial relationship between law and social institutions in “Law and Society: A Comprehensive Guide” by Matthew Lippman. This third edition delves into how legal systems shape societal structures like family, education, and economy, making it essential for students and professionals in law, sociology, and criminology.
Law and Society: A Comprehensive Guide to the Interplay of Law and Social Institutions, 3rd Edition
- Author: Matthew Lippman
- ISBN-13: 978-1544392561
- Page Numbers: Information not available
- Language: English
- Edition: 3rd Edition
This third edition of “Law and Society” by Matthew Lippman dives deep into the dynamic interplay between legal frameworks and societal constructs. As a rich resource, it thoroughly examines how laws influence and interact with various social institutions like the family unit, education systems, and economic mechanisms. The text sheds light on law’s role in enforcing social control, instigating social changes, and administering justice within society.
Focusing on significant theories and perspectives, this edition presents a detailed scholarly discussion on various thematic insights pivotal to the study of law and its societal impacts. It reviews the enduring challenges and the latest developments impacting the law and society field. For academic scholars, students, and practitioners entrenched in the intersections of legal and societal dynamics, this book proves indispensable, ideally suited for academic courses in law and society, sociology of law, and criminology.