Sociology in our times : the essentials

Focuses on diversity and inequality, emphasizing social consciousness and active participation in bettering the world around us. This title includes a Sociology Works! feature; assignable Reflect & Analyze questions that conclude selected features; photo essays, with assignable video activities;...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Kendall, Diana Elizabeth (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Australia : Wadswoth Cengage Learning , c2010
Edition:7th ed
Subjects:
Table of Contents:
  • 1. The sociological perspective and research process
  • 2. Culture
  • 3. Socialization
  • 4. Social structure and interaction in everyday life
  • 5. Groups and organizations
  • 6. Deviance and crime
  • 7. Class and stratification in the United States
  • 8. Global stratification
  • 9. Race and ethnicity
  • 10. Sex and gender
  • 11. Families and intimate relationships
  • 12. Education and religion
  • 13. Politics and the economy in global perspective
  • 14. Health, health care, and disability
  • 15. Population and urbanization
  • 16. Collective behavior, social movements, and social change