Understanding Modern Sociology (Paperback)

From the team that brought you the bestselling Understanding Classical Sociology (SAGE Publications, 1995), we now have a companion volume dealing with the modern period of social theory. An introductory chapter situates the reader in the main changes in society and sociology following the classic period. This is then followed by separate chapters giving a detailed account of four perspectives that are regarded to be of seminal importance - Functionalism, Critical Theory, Structuralism and Symbolic Interactionism. All of the popular features of Understanding Classical Sociology are reproduced in this book:

· Clarity of exposition and criticism

· A passion for the importance and relevance of sociological reasoning and explanation

· A commitment to treat social theory as a living tradition of thought

In addition, the volume comes with a variety of pedagogic aids including summary points and key definitions to facilitate learning and study.

This is a book that enhances the sociological imagination. It draws on the authors deep understanding and experience of teaching the subject over many decades. It will be welcomed by lecturers as a vital new teaching and research aid, and students will be stimulated and enriched by the unfussy and reliable advice on doing sociology that it imparts.

General

Imprint:	Sage Publications Ltd
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	March 2003
First published:	2003
Authors:	Wes Sharrock • John Hughes • Alan Pratt
Dimensions:	242 x 170 x 9mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	232
ISBN-13:	978-0-7619-5707-2
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > General
LSN:	0-7619-5707-3
Barcode:	9780761957072

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