Combining classic and contemporary articles, Exploring Deviance in Canada introduces students to central themes in the study of deviance, from the construction of deviance and normalcy to social control, sexual deviance, and mental illness. Taking both a theoretical and critical approach, the thematically organized selections include scholarly research articles, excerpts from major theorists, government reports, interviews, and journalistic writing. Each reading is prefaced with a practical introduction that helps students contextualize key concepts and apply them to a variety of everyday situations. With a unique Canadian focus, this reader situates deviance in a landscape that students in Canada can relate to, while still offering a global perspective. Wide-ranging and comprehensive, this diverse collection is essential reading for students studying the sociology of deviance.

Edward Ksenych teaches at George Brown College in Toronto. Winner of two Teaching Excellence awards, Professor Ksenych is particularly gifted in pedagogy and curricula. He is co-editor (with David Liu) of Conflict, Order, and Action: Readings in Sociology, Third Edition (Canadian Scholars' Press, 2001).

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"The Canadian context, variety of topics covered, and critical thinking material provide a good resource for courses on deviance and criminology." --Reza Rahbari, York University