Sociology Australia

Name: Sociology Australia
Brand: Taylor & Francis
SKU: 9780367719401
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By Rob Watts

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Sociology Australia offers a clear and engaging introduction to sociology, focusing on contemporary Australian society. It explores key questions such as the nature of sociology, identity formation, understanding the world, societal decision-making, and ongoing social changes. The book addresses current issues like globalisation, technological advances, environmental concerns, and shifts in values, helping readers develop a sociological perspective on these challenges. The third edition includes updated content and new chapters on religion, education, and sustainability.
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This book is ideal for students and readers new to sociology, particularly those interested in Australian society and its social dynamics. It suits educational settings and anyone seeking an accessible introduction to sociological concepts and contemporary social issues.

A thoroughly revised and expanded third edition of this widely used introductory text which shows how to develop a sociological perspective on what is happening in Australia today.

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Sociology gives us the tools we need to understand our life and the lives of the people around us. It reveals that our commonsense view of the world isn't always right, and enables us to find out what actually shapes our experiences.

In this widely used and very readable introductory text, Judith Bessant and Rob Watts show us how to develop a sociological perspective on what is happening in Australia today. Rapid and far-reaching social changes are taking place which affect us all: globalisation is impacting on our economy and culture; technological developments increase the pace of life; and many people worry about the decline of traditional values and about environmental and personal security. Using a sociological perspective we can explain why different groups of people experience these changes as exciting, unsettling or devastating.

Sociology Australia is structured around six key questions:

What is sociology?
Who are we and how do we come to be who we are?
How do we know the world in which we live?
Can we make our lives as we want them?
Who makes the decisions that shape our society?
What changes are taking place in Australia today?

Sociology Australia is an ideal introduction to the discipline of sociology and to the dynamics of Australian society today. This third edition of Sociology Australia has been substantially revised and updated, and includes new chapters on religion, education and sustainability.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780367719401

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 31 March 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Routledge

Edition: 3rd edition

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 176.0mm

Height: 230.0mm

Weight: 1180g

Pages: 552

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Education & Reference Non-Fiction Rob Watts

About the Author

Judith Bessant is Professor of Youth Studies and Sociology at RMIT University, Melbourne. Rob Watts is Professor of Social Policy at RMIT University. They have written books on a range of sociological topics including social policy, welfare, the role of the state, work, criminology and youth issues.