Publisher's Synopsis
Bringing sociological theory alive, this introductory textbook covers all areas of sociology with the research and theories. It focuses not only on sociologists' concern with social issues but also on using social science to address these issues. Theories are introduced in context, as needed, to show that sociological thinking is motivated by the need to understand a given problem. In tandem with the theories, Dr Stockard presents the research methodology used by researchers to test, modify and develop theories and solve problems. To bring the macro issues closer to the student, personalized examples and accounts of real-life situations are used to illustrate sociological principles.
