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Sociology in Our Times

What would you like to know more about in the social world where you live? As you know, we face unprecedented challenges and opportunities in the twenty-first century. By gaining new sociological insights on pressing social issues

Sociology in Our Times (8th edition)

Incorporating both classical and contemporary theory, this textbook introduces the sociological perspective and research process, describes the relationships among the different social institutions, and examines social groups, control, differences, inequality, dynamics, and change.

Sociology of Mental Disorder (9th Edition)

This edition of book is includes the most recent literature and research on mental disorder including topics like DSM-5, examining socio-demographic factors, assessment of differences between male-female psychological distress etc.

Sociology of Religion: Contemporary Developments

This third edition of Sociology of Religion introduces students to key principles in the sociological understanding of religion, with revisions and updates throughout. The book offers an overview of the nature and function of religious institutions and practices, asking sociological questions about the changing role of religion in today’s “post-traditional” world.

Sociology, Brief Edition, Version 1.2: Understanding and Changing the Social World

Steve Barkan presents a sociological understanding of society but also a sociological perspective on how to change society, while maintaining the structure and contents of the best mainstream texts. Version 1.2 of his “Brief Version” includes the most recent data on crime and victimization, income and poverty, life expectancy and aging, employment, marriage and divorce, education

Sociology: A Biosocial Introduction

In an era of human genome research, environmental challenges, new reproductive technologies, and more, students can benefit from an introductory sociology text that is a biologically informed. This innovative text integrates mainstream sociological research in all areas of sociology with a scientifically-informed model of an evolved, biological human actor. This text allows students to better understand their emotional, social, and institutional worlds. It also illustrates how biological understanding naturally enhances the sociological approach. This grounding of sociology in a biosocial conception of the individual actor is coupled with a comparative approach, as human biology is universal and often reveals itself as variations on themes across human cultures.

Sociology: A Brief Introduction

Sociology: A Brief Introduction invites students to take sociology with them in their daily lives. This successful student-friendly program includes strong coverage of race, ethnicity, and globalization. The approachable material encourages students to develop their sociological imaginations and start to think like a sociologist. Paired with McGraw Hill Connect®, a personal and adaptive learning experience, students learn to apply sociology's three theoretical frameworks to the world around them.

Sociology: A Christian Approach for Changing the World (2nd Edition)

In Sociology, A Christian Approach for Changing the World, respected Christian sociologists from across North America share their insights into the sociological perspective, establishing a framework from which to critically analyze the current state of the world. The principles these experts elucidate help us both to see ourselves within a social context, and also how we can remove our blinders, broaden our vision, and see our world as never before.

Sociology: A Down to Earth Approach 10th Ed

James Henslin shares the excitement of sociology, with his acclaimed "down-to-earth" approach and personal writing style that highlight the sociology of everyday life and its relevance to students' lives. With wit, personal reflection, and illuminating examples, he shares with readers his passion for sociology. In addition to this trademark down-to-earth approach, other distinctive features include: Comparative perspectives. Two important themes are global comparisons - the diversity of social life across cultures and societies - and comparisons over time - what society used to be like, and how it has changed. The Globalization of Capitalism. Many examples highlight the ways in which our global economy influences the skills and knowledge we need, the work we do, and the cost of goods and services. Visual Presentations of Sociology. Outstanding maps, graphs, and photos grab students' interest and aid comprehension.

Sociology: A Down-To-Earth Approach

A down-to-earth approach to sociology. Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach highlights the sociology of everyday life and its relevance to students’ lives. Throughout the text, author James Henslin shares the excitement of sociology through his acclaimed down-to-earth approach and personal writing style. Six central themes help stimulate students’ sociological imaginations: a down-to-earth approach, globalization, cultural diversity, critical thinking, the new technology, and the influence of the mass media on our lives. The Thirteenth Edition has been extensively revised to include contemporary examples and fresh topics that bring sociology to life.

Sociology: A Down-To-Earth Approach (Books A La Carte Ser.)

NIMAC-sourced textbook <P><P>With Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach, author Jim Henslin takes students on an intellectual adventure of discovery through firsthand accounts of his travels around the world, original photographs, and personal reflections. Using his hallmark down-to-earth approach, Henslin presents a relatable, sincere, student-friendly narrative that centers around a traditional three-perspectives framework.

Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach

A Down-to-Earth Approach James Henslin shares the excitement of sociology, with his acclaimed "down-to-earth" approach and personal writing style that highlight the sociology of everyday life and its relevance to students' lives. With wit, personal reflection, and illuminating examples, he shares with readers his passion for sociology. In addition to this trademark down-to-earth approach, other distinctive features include: comparative perspectives,the globalization of capitalism, and visual presentations of sociology. Teaching & Learning Experience Personalize Learning -- The new MySocLab delivers proven results in helping students succeed, provides engaging experiences that personalize learning, and comes from a trusted partner with educational expertise and a deep commitment to helping students and instructors achieve their goals. Improve Critical Thinking - Learning Objectives& Questions on each page reinforce key concepts and build critical thinking skills. Engage Students - Personal narrative from the perspective of an international field researcherinvites students on a sociological journey. Explore Theory - Offers a balanced approach; relevant theories are discussed in each chapter. Understand Diversity - Global, national, and personal material combine to present a complete view of the world. Support Instructors - Written activities and assessment in MySocLab engage students and help them succeed. Note: MySocLab does not come automatically packaged with this text. To purchase MySocLab, please visit: www. mysoclab. com or you can purchase a ValuePack of the text + MySocLab (at no additional cost): ValuePack ISBN-10: 0205252281 / ValuePack ISBN-13: 9780205252282

Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach

Ninth edition high school textbook

Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach

Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach stresses how profoundly our society and the groups to which we belong influence us. This new edition reflects the national and global changes that engulf us, as well as presents new sociological research.The text is laid out in five parts. Part I focuses on the sociological perspective. Part II focuses on groups and social control. Part III focuses on social inequality, examining how it pervades society and how it has an impact on our own lives. Part IV helps students to become more aware of how social institutions encompass their lives. Part V examines why our world is changing so rapidly, as well as catch a glimpse of what is yet to come. This book can be part of an intellectual adventure, for it can lead you to a new way of looking at your social world--and in the process, help you to better understand both society and yourself.

Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach (10th edition)

With wit, personal reflection, and illuminating examples, author shares with readers his passion for sociology. Two important themes are global comparisons - the diversity of social life across cultures and societies - and comparisons over time - what society used to be like, and how it has changed.

Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach (8th edition)

Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach, Core Concepts (4th edition)

Adapted from Henslin's best-selling comprehensive text, Core Concepts provides in-depth coverage of ten high-priority topics that are the foundation of many introductory sociology courses. This unique paperback offers a concise and economical format without sacrificing depth of coverage. Unlike a "brief" or "essentials" text, the ten chapters that make up Core Concepts are not edited down from a longer book. Instead, they provide full coverage of those topics that instructors emphasize the most in a one-semester or one-term introductory sociology course. Like Henslin's other texts, it features the author's familiar "down-to-earth" approach and personal writing style that highlight the sociology of everyday life. With wit, personal reflection, and illuminating examples, Henslin shares with readers a passion for sociology unmatched by any other introductory text.

Sociology: A Global Introduction (10th edition)

This tenth edition of the best-selling Sociology is a comprehensive book and multimedia package that offers readers a global perspective to help them better understand their own lives, provides a strong focus on social diversity that allows them to see the impact of race, class, and gender, and focuses on critical thinking. With technology integrated throughout, this new edition features hundreds of new research citations, as well as recent data from Census 2000 to present a cutting-edge picture of life both in the United States and around the world. Covering all aspects of sociology, this book describes sociological investigation, culture, society, interaction in everyday life, groups and organizations, deviance, sexuality, social stratification, social class in the United States, global inequality, gender stratification, race and ethnicity, aging, the economy, politics and government, family, religion, education, health and medicine, population and urbanization, collective behavior and social movements, and social change. An excellent resource for professionals in the field of sociology, this book is also an excellent read for non-academic hobbyists and life-long learners.

Sociology: A Global Introduction (7th edition)

An introductory text covering the foundations of sociology and research strategies, the ideas of key thinkers such as Karl Marx and Max Weber, social inequality and stratification, institutions, and global social change. Features topic boxes, chapter-opening vignettes, sociological maps, questions, and summaries. This edition includes new US maps, a chapter on the natural environment, and expanded discussion on topics such as suicide, Asian Americans, and feminist research methods. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

Sociology: Diversity and Change in the Twenty-First Century

Sociology: Diversity And Change In The Twenty-first Century studies the social structure, the organization and operations within society.

Sociology: Exploring the Architecture of Everyday Life (9th Edition)

This text makes connections between sociology and current trends and events. Most chapters include a photo essay with b&w photos. Chapter learning features include suggestions for real-life activities and informal experiments, plus chapter key points and terms. The student website provides interactive study tools, readings, video and audio links, and journal articles. This ninth edition refers to recent political, historical, and cultural events and technology. Some statistical tables have been changed to more readable charts and graphs. The boxed features on sociologists at work and micro-macro connections have been updated. Newman is affiliated with DePauw University. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc. , Portland, OR (booknews. com)

Sociology: Principles of Sociology with an Introduction to Sociological Thought - Competitive Exam

This textbook has been comprehensively written to acquaint the students with the fundamental concepts of Sociology as well as provide an introduction to the diverse aspects of Sociology. Students will be introduced to the origins of Sociology as a discipline and would get to explore relevant topics such as inequality, institutions, control, change, disorganisation and problems in the society. Topics such as applied sociology and sociological thought have also been discussed to give a complete overview of the subject. This textbook not only caters to the requirements of the undergraduate students of Sociology and Law courses but is also a useful reference for postgraduate students and aspirants appearing for various competitive examinations.

Sociology: The Core (Eleventh Edition)

Highly respected for its scholarship and straightforward approach, this text covers core sociological concepts with a brief and accessible presentation at an affordable price. In the eleventh edition, Sociology once again comes alive as a vital and exciting field to relate sociological principles to real-world circumstances.

Sociology: The Essentials

SOCIOLOGY: THE ESSENTIALS, Tenth Edition, uses the theme of debunking myths to look behind the facades of everyday life, encourage you to question common assumptions, and help you better understand how society is constructed and sustained. This thorough yet streamlined text provides exceptional coverage of diversity, including social factors such as age, religion, sexual orientation, and region of residence, in addition to race, ethnicity, class, and gender. Updated with coverage of the latest findings, trends, and themes, this new edition's reader-friendly presentation teaches you the concepts, methods, and research that will sharpen your "sociological imagination" and help you view the world from a different perspective.

Sociology: The Essentials (7th Edition)

This book uses the theme of debunking myths to look behind the facades of everyday life, encourage you to question common assumptions, and help you better understand how society is constructed and sustained.