In its first edition with McGraw-Hill, this comprehensive source of classic and contemporary readings will help students learn who becomes deviant, why people become deviant, and how individual and institutional reactions help define the social reality of deviants (the persons) and deviance (the behavior). The readings selected and edited by Henry N. Pontell of the University of California, Irvine, and Stephen M. Provide experiences for students by offering a solid foundation in the field and a means by which to examine contemporary issues. Critical thinking questions are included throughout the text to reinforce students' comprehension and analysis of key concepts and information.