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Product Identifiers

PublisherBloomsbury Publishing

ISBN-100313323879

ISBN-139780313323874

eBay Product ID (ePID)30217992

Product Key Features

Number of Pages328 Pages

Publication NameBasics of Sociology

LanguageEnglish

SubjectSocial Scientists & Psychologists, Sociology / General, Social Aspects / General

Publication Year2005

TypeTextbook

Subject AreaComputers, Social Science, Biography & Autobiography

AuthorKathy Stolley

SeriesBasics of the Social Sciences Ser.

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.8 in

Item Weight27.4 Oz

Item Length10 in

Item Width7 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceCollege Audience

LCCN2004-044863

Dewey Edition22

Reviews"Students researching about sociology, why it is important and why they should study it will find this book readable, as well as a source of classic studies and current references. They will learn how social forces impact their lives and how, by understanding them, they can begin to make sense of the world around them....Teachers who need an explanation of the term "urban legend" or want students to begin thinking about social movements will welcome this addition to your collection. Many other topics will be useful in helping to revise assignments. Highly recommended." Gale Reference Reviews, "[An] excellent little book... academic libraries will find interested readers for this book."- Reference Reviews

TitleLeadingThe

Number of Volumes1 vol.

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal301

Table Of ContentIntroduction to Sociology Sociological Theory Culture and Society Socialization and Social Interaction Social Groups and Organizations Deviance and Social Control Stratification Population Structure and Concentration Social Action Research Methods Preparing to Be a Sociologist and Career Opportunities

SynopsisThis book provides an introduction to core concepts in sociology. Accessibly written chapters illustrate the history and practice of sociological work. Recent areas of social science inquiry, e.g., globalization and the Internet are also covered. There are profiles of more than 70 notable sociologists. In addition, there is information on training and working as a sociologist. This book provides an introduction to core conepts in sociology. Written in a readable, accessible style, it uses a mix of both classic studies and current references to illustrate sociological concepts and to underscore their continuing relevance. It examines what sociology is, why sociology is important, and why we study it. It demonstrates how various social forces impact our lives and form our social experiences explaining that, when we understand these forces, we can better make sense of the world around us, better understand ourselves, and better participate in shaping the future for ourselves and for others. The book extends traditional applications of these core concepts by focusing on their application to globalization and the Internet. A series of biographical profiles highlight the careers of more than 70 notable sociologists as well as others, who have contributed to the field. There is a chapter devoted to careers in sociology. Each chapter has a list of additional print and nonprint resources.

LC Classification NumberHM585