SociologyThis fully revised and updated version of Anthony Giddens's Sociology, now in its fifth edition, offers an unrivalled introduction for students new to the subject lucid, lively, authoritative and original. Written by one of the world's leading sociologists, this comprehensive textbook manages to be clear, accessible and jargon-free, but without oversimplifying complex debates. Earlier editions of Sociology broke new ground by incorporating cutting-edge debates, such as the impact of globalisation, into an introductory text. This fifth edition remains a state of the art textbook, with fresh and engaging new material added throughout. While covering all of the core topics of sociology, the fifth edition also includes a great deal of substantive new material, ensuring that students are introduced to the most recent sociological debates. Throughout, the book weaves together classical and contemporary theory and data, and provides a wide range of everyday examples to which students can easily relate. The fifth edition also benefits from: New discussions of global inequality, disability, ageing and the life course, risk, the network society, and terrorism, as well as many other additional and up-to-date topics. Numerous learning aids in every chapter, such as summary points, questions for further thought, and additional reading suggestions, which help to reinforce studentsrs" knowledge. Lots of extra photographs, diagrams, case studies and cartoons, to bring ideas to life and fire studentsrs" imaginations. High-quality supplementary resources on a dedicated website, including a full instructorsrs" manual and additional student aids, all specially designed to stimulate studentsrs" learning and critical thinking. The fifth edition of this classic textbook is an ideal teaching text for first-yearuniversity and college courses, and will be essential reading for all students who are looking for an exciting, authoritative and easy-to-follow introduction to sociology Please visit the accompanying website at: http://www.polity.co.uk/giddens5/ |
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Page ix
... Internet links 99 Theoretical Thinking in Sociology 100 Max Weber: The Protestant Ethic 103 Four theoretical issues 105 Structure and action 106 Consensus and conflict 109 The issue of gender 110 The shaping of the modern world Recent ...
... Internet links 99 Theoretical Thinking in Sociology 100 Max Weber: The Protestant Ethic 103 Four theoretical issues 105 Structure and action 106 Consensus and conflict 109 The issue of gender 110 The shaping of the modern world Recent ...
Page x
... Internet links 159 6 Socialization , the Life - Course and Ageing Culture , society and child socialization Theories of child development 163 Agencies of socialization 166 Gender socialization 169 Reactions of parents and adults 169 ...
... Internet links 159 6 Socialization , the Life - Course and Ageing Culture , society and child socialization Theories of child development 163 Agencies of socialization 166 Gender socialization 169 Reactions of parents and adults 169 ...
Page xi
... Internet links 201 7 Families and Intimate Relationships 202 Basic concepts 206 184 The family in history 208 The development of family life 208 The way we never were: myths of the traditional family 210 Changes in family patterns ...
... Internet links 201 7 Families and Intimate Relationships 202 Basic concepts 206 184 The family in history 208 The development of family life 208 The way we never were: myths of the traditional family 210 Changes in family patterns ...
Page xiii
... Internet links 336 10 Poverty, Social Exclusion and Welfare 338 Poverty 341 What is poverty? 341 Measuring poverty 343 Who are the poor? 347 Explaining poverty 352 Poverty and social mobility 354 Social exclusion 356 What is social ...
... Internet links 336 10 Poverty, Social Exclusion and Welfare 338 Poverty 341 What is poverty? 341 Measuring poverty 343 Who are the poor? 347 Explaining poverty 352 Poverty and social mobility 354 Social exclusion 356 What is social ...
Page xiv
... Internet links 431 12 Sexuality and Gender 432 Human sexuality 436 Biology and sexual behaviour Social influences on sexual behaviour 437 437 439 443 Sexuality and procreative technology 415 Sexuality in Western culture Sexual ...
... Internet links 431 12 Sexuality and Gender 432 Human sexuality 436 Biology and sexual behaviour Social influences on sexual behaviour 437 437 439 443 Sexuality and procreative technology 415 Sexuality in Western culture Sexual ...
Contents
2 Globalization and the Changing World | 31 |
3 Asking and Answering Sociological Questions | 73 |
4 Theoretical Thinking in Sociology | 101 |
5 Social Interaction and Everyday Life | 127 |
6 Socialization The LifeCourse and Ageing | 161 |
7 Families and Intimate Relationships | 203 |
8 Health Illness and Disability | 251 |
9 Stratification and Class | 293 |
15 The Media | 583 |
16 Organizations and Networks | 635 |
17 Education | 683 |
18 Work and Economic Life | 739 |
19 Crime and Deviance | 791 |
20 Politics Government and Terrorism | 841 |
21 Cities and Urban Spaces | 893 |
22 The Environment and Risk | 937 |
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