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Seinology: The Sociology of Seinfeld
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Seinology: The Sociology of Seinfeld Paperback - 2006

by Delaney, Tim

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Sociologist and "Seinfield" fan Delaney explores the sociological implications of the famous comedy show using excerpts from many of the now-classic episodes to illustrate key facets of sociology.

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  • Title Seinology: The Sociology of Seinfeld
  • Author Delaney, Tim
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition annotated editio
  • Condition Used - Very Good
  • Pages 304
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Prometheus, Amherst, New York, U.S.A.
  • Date 2006-03-01
  • Features Annotated, Bibliography, Index, Table of Contents
  • Bookseller's Inventory # BOS-H-08b-01705
  • ISBN 9781591023951 / 1591023955
  • Weight 0.87 lbs (0.39 kg)
  • Dimensions 9 x 5.94 x 0.68 in (22.86 x 15.09 x 1.73 cm)
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2005035124
  • Dewey Decimal Code 791.457

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From the publisher

Tim Delaney is assistant professor of sociology at the State University of New York at Oswego.

Media reviews

"Delaney offers a unique and entertaining look at many sociologically relevant social topics covered in the popular Seinfeld television sitcom....the book has a number of strengths....[he] does such an excellent job describing each segment, including giving the necessary background information, that even students who are unfamiliar with the show could easily follow along....the book is written in a very clear, understandable, and down-to-earth style that would most likely be a welcome relief for most students from the standard textbook format....finally, the book and its many Seinfeld examples are entertaining. At various points while reading I found myself laughing out loud....it would probably be extremely useful for popular culture, media and society, and similar courses."
Teaching Sociology
Journal of the American Sociological Association

"This book is an engaging and entertaining way to learn basic sociological concepts and perspectives. Tim knows his sociology and knows his Seinfeld. He writes in a jargon-free, reader-friendly style, whether the reader is a student in an introductory sociology course, an advanced sociology student, or just a fan of Seinfeld. Tim is truly master of his domain. No yadda-yadda here. You’ll be amazed at what Seinfeld and Delaney can teach you about work, gender, sex, crime, family, religion, sports, aging, and death. I recommend this book to everyone interested in painlessly learning more about the sociologist’s take on life."
Norm Weiner
Distinguished Service Professor of Sociology
State University of New York at Oswego

"Delaney takes a brilliant approach to understanding sociology, one that students will both enjoy and understand. Through episodes of Seinfeld, Delaney illustrates sociology to the reader that any audience can identify with. Pairing sociological concepts with Seinfeld’s humor he creates Seinology. In doing this Tim Delaney takes us through the major fields in the discipline providing real examples of how sociology can be seen in daily activities. This book would make an excellent reader for any introduction to sociology or media class."
Cherylynn Bassani, Ph.D.
Researcher and Instructor
University of British Columbia

Citations

  • Publishers Weekly, 12/19/2005, Page 50
  • Reference and Research Bk News, 08/01/2006, Page 289

About the author

Tim Delaney is assistant professor of sociology at the State University of New York at Oswego.

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