The meaning of sociology
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The meaning of sociology
Prentice Hall, c1999
6th ed
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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For a freshman-level course in Introduction to Sociology. This classic introduction to sociology as a perspective gives students a sound understanding of key sociological concepts as well as insight into how sociologists view society and human beings. Clearly written and organized, it shows students how the various aspects of sociology fit together - and are relevant to their own lives.
Table of Contents
I. THE NATURE OF SOCIOLOGY.
1. The Discipline of Sociology.
2. Sociology as a Perspective: How Sociologists Think.
II. THE NATURE OF SOCIAL ORGANIZATION.
3. Humans Are Embedded in Social Organization.
4. Social Structure.
5. Inequality in Society
6. Culture.
7. Social Institutions.
8. The Interrelationships Among Organizations.
III. ORDER AND POWER IN SOCIAL ORGANIZATION.
9. Social Order, Social Control, and Social Deviance.
10. Social Power.
IV. THE DYNAMIC NATURE OF HUMAN SOCIAL LIFE.
11. Symbols, Self, and Mind: Our Active Nature.
12. Social Change.
13. The Family in Society.
V. CONCLUSION.
14. The Meaning and Uses of Sociology
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