Third edition Sociology A Global Introduction Sociology: a global introduction represents a unique and complete learning resource for sociology students worldwide. International in outlook and culturally wide-ranging, it addresses the fundamental issue of how the modern world may be dramatically changing. Key features *Sociology is made immediate and real, through diverse examples, illustration and statistical evidence *A story is told. Consolidating previous editions' successful organisation, a broad picture of societies and cultures developing over time is painted. The globalised world order of today is shown in its richness -- full of contradiction, inequality and achievement. *Cutting-edge coverage and argument, firmly grounded in topical issues and current debates, bring the subject to life, engaging, exciting and challenging the reader *A range of in-text features encourages students to identify core themes and theories, critique arguments, compare and contrast, and investigate further.*
Extensive supplementary resources for lecturer and students assist and enrich teaching and learning New to this edition *Fully updated to include latest debates and recent data *New material on sport, disability and youth culture *More on globalisation, consumption, identity and the body *New 'Research in Action' feature presents methodology in context.
- ISBN10 1405855134
- ISBN13 9781405855136
- Publish Date 28 September 2007
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 9 August 2008
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Pearson Education Limited
- Format Paperback
- Language English