Sociology: The Basics by Ken Plummer

Sociology: The Basics by Ken Plummer

Presenting an introduction to the diverse ways of thinking about social life, this book examines: the scope, history and purpose of sociology; ways of understanding 'the social'; the state of the world we live in; suffering and social inequalities; key tools for researching and thinking about the social; and, the impact of the technologies.

'Written for those who know little to nothing about sociology, the book presents sociological theory, theorists, and key terms and concepts while enticing readers with humor, illustrative stories, and sociological antidotes, producing a foundational level of understanding in sociologyValuable to the most novice student as well as to the well-versed sociologist. Highly recommended' - Choice May 2011

'Sociology: The Basics is not only an excellent summary of the fundamental questions of sociology, but in fact is more, because it deeply expresses the author’s personal way of doing sociology and of being a sociologist.' - Giuseppe Toscano, Journal of Symbolic Interaction, 2012

Ken Plummer is Emeritus Professor of Sociology at the University of Essex, UK and is internationally known for his research on sexualities and narrative. He is author of the best selling Sociology: A Global Introduction (with John Macionis, 5th edition, 2011).

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ISBN 13	9780415472067
ISBN 10	0415472067
Title	Sociology: The Basics
Author	Ken Plummer
Series	The Basics
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published	2010-06-25
Number of pages	256
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