Essentials of Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach is heralded by students and instructors alike as the most friendly and inviting introduction to sociology available. James Henslin guides students on an intellectual voyage through through the sociological imagination, helping them better understanding both themselves and their world. With humor, personal reflection and illuminating examples, he shares with readers his passion for sociology. Six central themesrun throughout the text: down-to-earth sociology, globalization, cultural diversity, critical thinking, the new technology and the influence of mass media on everyday life. Each of these themes is reflected in the central narrative, in boxed features throughout the text.
- ISBN10 0205834868
- ISBN13 9780205834860
- Publish Date 25 January 2011
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 3 April 2014
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Pearson
- Edition 9th edition
- Format Paperback
- Pages 288
- Language English