Sociology : a brief introduction

The book provides a concise presentation of sociological theory and research. This text presents all the essentials of sociology, with illustrative examples, in a form that condenses lengthy, descriptive material. Some of its additional features include: a social policy section which illustrates app...

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Main Author: Schaefer, Richard T.
Format: Book
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Published: Boston McGraw-Hill 2006
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Institutions: Trung tâm Học liệu Trường Đại học Cần Thơ
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Summary:The book provides a concise presentation of sociological theory and research. This text presents all the essentials of sociology, with illustrative examples, in a form that condenses lengthy, descriptive material. Some of its additional features include: a social policy section which illustrates applications of sociological issues to modern life by linking concepts, theories and research to newspaper headlines; three critical questions at the end of each chapter; contemporary and cross-cultural examples which are used throughout the text to explain sociological theories and concepts; and integrated coverage of issues affecting women