Sociology

Sociology: an introductory textbook and reader is essential reading for students of sociology, criminology, social policy, social work, cultural studies, media studies, anthropology and other related subjects.

This groundbreaking new introduction to sociology is an innovative hybrid textbook and reader. Combining seminal scholarly works, contextual narrative and in-text didactic materials, it presents a rich, layered and comprehensive introduction to the discipline. Its unique approach will help inspire a creative, critical, and analytically sophisticated sociological imagination, making sense of society and the many small and large problems it poses.