Sociology Understanding a Diverse Society
by Andersen, Margaret L.; Taylor, Howard F.Edition: 1st
Format: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 1999-09-01
Publisher(s): Wadsworth Publishing
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Summary
In this theoretically balanced new book, two nationally renowned scholars combine impeccable research, current and classical theory, and vivid prose to involve readers in new ways to view and understand our society. The book's broad treatment of diversity is unequalled in any introductory sociology book.
Table of Contents
| Introducing the Sociological Perspective | |
| Developing a Sociological Perspective | |
| Doing Sociological Research | |
| Individuals in Society | |
| Culture | |
| Socialization | |
| Social Interaction and Social Structure | |
| Groups and Organizations | |
| Deviance | |
| Crime and Criminal Justice | |
| Social Inequalities | |
| Social Class and Social Stratification | |
| Global Stratification | |
| Race and Ethnicity | |
| Gender | |
| Sexuality | |
| Age and Aging | |
| Social Institutions | |
| Families | |
| Education | |
| Religion | |
| Economy and Work | |
| Government and Politics | |
| Health Care | |
| Social Change | |
| Population, Urbanization, and the Environment | |
| Collective Behavior and Social Movements | |
| Social Change in Global Perspective | |
| Glossary | |
| References | |
| Credits | |
| Name Index | |
| Subject Index | |
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