Discovering Sociology

"The second edition of this vibrant and provocative textbook uses lively prose and carefully-crafted pedagogical tools to show the importance of sociology to understanding social issues and our everyday lives. Drawing on a range of contemporary examples and debates, Discovering Sociology offers an engaging overview of the theories, history and methods that underpin the discipline and how they are applied to think critically about social problems. Ultimately, this book will inspire you to develop your own assumptions about society, culture and the world around you." -- Provided by publisher.