Henslin's best-selling brief paperback text shares the excitement of sociology–its acclaimed “down-to-earth” approach and personal writing style highlight the sociology of everyday life and its relevance to students' lives. This text is a brief version of the highly regarded hardcover introductory text, Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach, 7/e. The essential 15 chapters cover all of the topics in the 22-chapter text, and retain the dual emphases on micro and macro (individual and structural) sociology. James Henslin has a unique ability to engage students without talking down to them or sacrificing content. With wit, personal reflection, and illuminating examples, he shares with readers a passion for sociology unmatched by any other introductory text.

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A brief version of the top-selling introductory text Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach. The 15 core chapters retain the dual emphases on micro and macro (individual and structural) sociology, as well as the approach that has been so well received with the big book: an emphasis on culture, everyday life, and a generous use of down-to-earth examples that help make sociology come alive. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.