Revised and updated throughout, it provides an authoritative overview of recent global developments and new ideas in sociology. Classic debates are also given careful coverage, with even the most complex ideas explained in an engaging way.
Written in a fluent, easy-to-follow style, the book manages to be intellectually rigorous but still very accessible. It aims to engage and excite readers, helping them to see the value of thinking sociologically.
The sixth edition includes:
A best-selling textbook for more than 20 years, the sixth edition sets the standard for introductory sociology. It is the ideal teaching text for first-year University and college courses, and will help to inspire a new generation of sociologists.
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"With this new edition of Sociology, Anthony Giddens has done the seemingly impossible. He has lifted the best introductory text in sociology in the world to yet a further level of excellence. It is a great achievement."
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2. Asking and Answering Sociological Questions.
3. Theories and Perspectives in Sociology.
4. Globalization and the Changing World.
5. The Environment.
6. Cities and Urban Life.
7. Social Interaction and Everyday Life.
8. The Life-Course.
9. Families and Intimate Relationships.
10. Health, Illness and Disability.
11. Stratification and Class.
12. Poverty, Social Exclusion and Welfare.
13. Global Inequality.
14. Sexuality and Gender.
15. `Race', Ethnicity and Migration.
16. Religion.
17. The Media.
18. Organizations and Networks.
19. Education.
20. Work and Economic Life.
21. Crime and Deviance.
22. Politics, Government and Social Movements.
23. Nations, War and Terrorism
Revised by Phillip W. Sutton.
