Overview

Re-examining C.Wright Mills's legacy as a jumping off point, this original introduction to sociology illuminates global concepts, themes and practices that are fundamental to the discipline. It makes a case for the importance of developing a sociological imagination and provides the steps for how readers can do that. The unique text:* Offers succinct and wide-ranging coverage of many of the most important themes and concepts taught in first year sociology courses;* Has a global framework and case material which engages with decoloniality and critiques an overly white, western and developed world view of sociology;* Is woven through with contemporary examples, from social media to social inequality, big data to the self-help industry;* Rethinks and re-imagines what a critically committed, politically engaged and publicly relevant sociology should look like in the 21st century.This is a lively, engaging and accessible overview of sociology for all its students, teachers and people who want to learn more about sociology today. It is a welcome clarion call for sociology's importance in public life.
ISBN-13

9781529204872

ISBN-10

1529204879

Weight

1.20 Pounds

Dimensions

6.75 x 0.80 x 9.50 In

List Price

$139.95

Edition

1st Edition

Format

Hardcover

Language

English

Pages

256 pages

Publisher

Bristol University Press

Published On

2020-03-26


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