1999International Journal of Sociology and Social PolicyRequires access

Understanding social inequality

Robert M. Blackburn

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Introduces the different types of inequality. Argues the distinction between inequality and differences. Asks if social inequality is important or a mistaken ideal? Briefly looks at the different forms inequality takes.

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Introduces the different types of inequality. Argues the distinction between inequality and differences. Asks if social inequality is important or a mistaken ideal? Briefly looks at the different forms inequality takes.

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Introduces the different types of inequality. Argues the distinction between inequality and differences. Asks if social inequality is important or a mistaken ideal? Briefly looks at the different forms inequality takes.

Key concepts: Inequality, Social inequality, Ideal (ethics), Sociology, Income inequality metrics, Positive economics, Neoclassical economics, Economic inequality

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