Books:
* "The Saints and the Roughnecks" (1973): This classic study, based on his dissertation, examines how social class and labeling influence perceptions of deviance. It's a cornerstone in the field of labeling theory.
* "Power, Law, and Crime" (1976): This book analyzes the relationship between power, law, and crime, arguing that the law is often used as a tool of the powerful to control the less powerful.
* "Crime and the Legal Process" (1981): This book examines the criminal justice system from a sociological perspective, focusing on the social factors that contribute to crime and the ways in which the legal system responds to it.
* "On the Edge: Crime and Deviance in a Globalized World" (2014): This book explores the changing nature of crime and deviance in a globalized world, examining issues like transnational crime, cybercrime, and terrorism.
Articles:
Chambliss has also published numerous articles in scholarly journals, covering topics such as:
* Labeling Theory: He has written extensively on how social labels and stereotypes influence perceptions of deviance and crime.
* Social Class and Crime: His work explores how social class disparities contribute to different rates of crime and criminal justice outcomes.
* Power and Law: He continues to analyze the ways in which power structures influence the creation and enforcement of laws.
* Criminal Justice System: He has examined the social factors that shape the operation of the criminal justice system, including policing, courts, and corrections.
Chambliss's work is highly influential in the fields of criminology, sociology, and legal studies. His insights into the interplay of power, social class, and the legal system have contributed significantly to our understanding of crime, deviance, and social inequality.