This best-selling textbook returns for a 7^th edition with material on the most fundamental and fascinating issues in sociology today. The authors continue their tradition of focusing on the big picture, with an emphasis on race, class and gender in every chapter. The text continues to frame sociological debates around the major theoretical perspectives of sociology and on capturing students' imaginations with cutting edge research and real-world events. The hallmark of the book continues to be clear writing that helps students understand the intricacies of the discipline like no...

This best-selling textbook returns for a 7^th edition with material on the most fundamental and fascinating issues in sociology today. The authors continue their tradition of focusing on the big picture, with an emphasis on race, class and gender in every chapter. The text continues to frame sociological debates around the major theoretical perspectives of sociology and on capturing students' imaginations with cutting edge research and real-world events. The hallmark of the book continues to be clear writing that helps students understand the intricacies of the discipline like no...