Sociology Understanding a Diverse Society

Name: Sociology Understanding a Diverse Society
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ISBN: 9780495102366

ISBN-10: 0495102369

ISBN-13: 9780495102366

Edition: 4th 2008 (Revised)

Authors: Margaret L. Andersen, Howard F. Taylor

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SOCIOLOGY: UNDERSTANDING A DIVERSE SOCIETY, FOURTH EDITION, is a theoretically balanced, mainstream, comprehensive text characterized by its emphasis on diversity. In every chapter, students explore fascinating topics (Hurricane Katrina, same-sex marriage, abuses at Abu Ghraib prison) as well as research and data that illustrate how class, race-ethnicity, gender, age, geographic residence, and sexual orientation relate to sociological topics discussed in that chapter. This text provides a solid research orientation to the basic principles of sociology yet it is fascinating and accessible, appealing to the ever-changing student population, and inviting students to view the world through a…

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List price: $160.95
Edition: 4th
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: Wadsworth
Publication date: 2/22/2007
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 720
Size: 8.00" wide x 10.50" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 3.234
Language: English




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



Politics and Government



Health Care



Social Change



Population, Urbanization, and Environment



Collective Behavior and Social Movements



Social Change in Global Perspective


Glossary


References


Author Index


Subject Index


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