Sociology : a down-to-earth approach /
by James M. Henslin.
- 14th ed.
- New York, NY Pearson c2019.
- 1 v. (various pagings).
The sociological perspective -- Culture -- Socialization -- Social structure and social interaction -- How sociologists do research -- Societies to social networks -- Bureaucracy and formal organizations -- Deviance and social control -- Global stratification -- Social class in the united states -- Sex and gender -- Race and ethnicity -- Aging and the elderly -- The economy -- Politics -- Marriage and family -- Education -- Religion -- Medicine and health -- Population and urbanization -- Collective behavior and social movements -- Social change and the environment.
A Down-to-Earth Approach James Henslin shares the excitement of sociology. With his acclaimed "down-to-earth" approach and personal writing style, the author highlights the sociology of everyday life and its relevance to students' lives. With wit, personal reflection, and illuminating examples, Henslin 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