Sociology

This balanced, mainstream, beautifully written, and completely up-to-date text is unrivaled in its ability to get students to see the connection between themselves and the social world. It teaches students "how" to think sociologically, not just "what" to think, and emphasizes the importance of diversity and a global perspective. It has been heralded for its inclusion of pop culture examples that instantly connect with today's students, and for its presentation of sociological concepts...
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This balanced, mainstream, beautifully written, and completely up-to-date text is unrivaled in its ability to get students to see the connection between themselves and the social world. It teaches students "how" to think sociologically, not just "what" to think, and emphasizes the importance of diversity and a global perspective. It has been heralded for its inclusion of pop culture examples that instantly connect with today's students, and for its presentation of sociological concepts in a fresh, contemporary light. The research update of the Brief Second Edition includes an appealing art program, and new movie reviews in the popular "Sociology at the Movies" boxes that explore the sociological messages within recent movies such as SICKO, BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN, SYRIANA, THE CORPORATION, and many others. The authors also draw on the real world with examples from Chris Rock's stand-up routine, the hip-hop music scene, and the rituals of the Super Bowl, as well as scholarly discussions of topics ranging from race and poverty to religious practices.