Sociology: A Down-to-earth ApproachThis best-selling comprehensive text shares the excitement of sociology with the acclaimed down-to-earth approach that highlights the sociology of everyday life. The Seventh Edition of this highly regarded text retains all the features that have made previous editions so successful. The author has a unique ability to engage students without sacrificing content or talking down to them. With wit, personal reflection, and illuminating examples, Henslin shares his passion for sociology with his readers like no other author of an introductory text can. |
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Contents
The Sociological Perspective | 4 |
An Updated Version of the Old Elephant Story | 7 |
The Sociological Perspective | 10 |
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