Overview
The Sociology Reference Guide series is designed to provide a solid foundation for the research of various sociologicaltopics. This volume brings together a collection of topics that provide an introductory survey of the field of sociologyand poverty. First, the essays quantify the poverty of global and local sites before reviewing the distinctions betweensocial and cultural theories of poverty. The majority of the essays present a close study of the struggle and challengesexperienced by a diverse population that most immediately suffers from the personal and social consequences ofpoverty.
