Sociology: A Brief Introduction

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This revised edition of Richard T. Schaefer's "Sociology: A Brief Introduction" provides students with a comprehensive, up-to-date presentation of sociology. Students learn to think critically about society and their own lives from a wide range of classical and contemporary perspectives. Combining balanced coverage of theory with current research findings, examples that students can relate to, and abundant learning aids and exercises, the new edition continues to encourage the development of sociological imagination. New to the editionis the inclusion of an adaptive diagnostic tool and interactivities to help students master key concepts.

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Richard T. Schaefer: Professor, DePaul University BA Northwestern University MA, PhD University of Chicago Growing up in Chicago at a time when neighborhoods were going through transitions in ethnic and racial composition, Richard T. Schaefer found himself increasingly intrigued by what was happening, how people were reacting, and how these changes were affecting neighborhoods and people's jobs. His interest in social issues caused him to gravitate to sociology courses at Northwestern University, where he eventually received a BA in sociology.