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Sociology (8th edition.)

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Now in its eighth edition, this continues to be the indispensable guide to understanding the world we make and the lives we lead.

Revised and updated throughout, it remains unrivalled in its vibrant, engaging and authoritative introduction to sociology.

The authors provide a commanding overview of recent global developments and new ideas in sociology.

Classic debates are also given careful coverage, with even the most complex ideas explained in an engaging way.

Written in a fluent, easy-to-follow style, the book manages to be intellectually rigorous but still very accessible.

With a strong focus on interactive pedagogy, it aims to engage and excite readers, helping them to see the enduring value of thinking sociologically. The eighth edition includes: a solid foundation in the basics of sociology: its purpose, methodology and theories; up-to-the-minute overviews of key topics in social life, from gender, personal life and poverty, to globalization, the media and politics; stimulating examples of what sociology has to say about key issues in our contemporary world, such as growing inequality, climate change and the rise of terrorism; a strong focus on global sociology and the ways that digital technologies are radically transforming our world; quality pedagogical features, such as 'Classic Studies' and 'Global Society' boxes, and 'Thinking Critically' reflection points, as well as end-of-chapter activities inviting readers to engage with popular culture and original research articles to gather sociological insights.

The eighth edition sets the standard for introductory sociology.

Complete with extensive supporting resources at www.politybooks.com/giddens , it is the ideal teaching text for first-year university and college courses, and will help to inspire a new generation of sociologists.

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Product Details
Polity
0745696686 / 9780745696683
Paperback / softback
301
03/03/2017
United Kingdom
English
xi, 1130 pages : illustrations (black and white, and colour), maps (colour)
26 cm
Undergraduate Learn More