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The Sociology Book

Big Ideas Simply Explained
By DK and Sarah Tomley and Mitchell Hobbs and Megan Todd and Marcus Weeks
Series: DK Big Ideas
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The Sociology Book offers a comprehensive overview of key sociological theories and concepts, providing a fresh insight into the workings of society. The text breaks down complex ideas into accessible analyses, featuring contributions from influential scholars across history. Combining visual elements with clear explanations, this book serves as an engaging introductory guide to understanding social structures and relationships.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a keen interest in understanding the complexities of human societies and social behaviour. This engaging guide breaks down key sociological theories and concepts in a clear and accessible manner, making it perfect for those curious about societal structures and their impact on individual lives.

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The Sociology Book

Part of the popular Big Ideas series, this book introduces you to the subject that tells you all about what society is and what makes it tick. It includes over 80 ideas from the world's renowned sociologists, covering topics as diverse as issues of equality, diversity, identity and human rights; the effects of globalization; and more.

All the big ideas, simply explained - an innovative and accessible guide to sociology.

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All the big ideas, simply explained - an innovative and accessible guide to sociology.

Exploring more than 80 of the big ideas and key theories in the field of sociology in a clear and simple way, this is the perfect introduction to the study of how humans live and interact with each other.

The Sociology Book offers a deep dive into a range of societal issues, ranging from government and gender identity to inequalities, globalisation, and even the "Disneyfication" of today's world.

New globalising forces make our world increasingly interconnected. Similar issues affect us all—discover the tension between the needs of the individual and society, the changing workplace, and the role of everything from government to mass culture in our lives. To explain each concept, The Sociology Book makes each topic crystal clear using quirky graphics, pithy quotes, and step-by-step summaries. It defines terms such as "liquid modernity" and "communitarianism," and explains the theories of seminal thinkers from Karl Marx and Auguste Comte to Sharon Zukin and Judith Butler.

Examining everything from antisocial behaviour to how the middle classes monopolise the best jobs, The Sociology Book is an unmissable read for students and anyone interested in human behaviour.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241182291

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 July 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK

Contributors:

  • Consultant editor Chris Yuill
  • Consultant editor Christopher Thorpe

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 202.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 1175g

Pages: 352

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DK Education & Reference Marcus Weeks Megan Todd Mitchell Hobbs Non-Fiction Penguin Books Sarah Tomley Series: DK Big Ideas

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