A Sociology of Special and Inclusive Education Exploring the manufacture of inability

"A Sociology of Special and Inclusive Education gives insights into beliefs and structures that form the contested ground of inclusive provision in contemporary schools [...] It serves a useful purpose in reinforcing a (perhaps cynical) view that, despite the 30 or more years of policy effort, a regrettable status quo remains in education."
-- Philip Garner, Schools Week Review

"Professor Tomlinson applies critical sociological perspectives to the social processes, policies and practices that comprise special and inclusive education, particularly in England and the USA. She clearly examines the way in which people or groups exercise power and influence to shape this area of education, and discusses the conflicts of interest that arise in resulting social interactions and relationships." 
-- Julie Summers, The Midwest Book Review