The Sociological Quest - An Introduction to the Study of Social Life
Author(s): Evan Willis
Beginning a course in sociology can be a daunting experience. Evan Willis's engaging "primer" smoothes the path for introductory students, guiding them through the complex ideas of Durkheim, Weber, Marx, and Mills. By reading about events on a national and international level that have shaped their own lives and the societies in which they live, students will learn in a meaningful way what it means to have a "sociological imagination." Willis explains the distinction between concepts like social and sociological, cultural and historical, micro and macro, and theory and method with a humor and clarity that will encourage students to delve deeper into the field.
The Sociological Quest has been a must-read for students since the publication of the first edition in 1993. This expanded and revised third edition, which features examples from current events on both a national and international level,will have a permanent place on the syllabus of any introductory course in sociology.
Product Information
General Fields
- :
- : Allen & Unwin
- : Allen & Unwin
- : 1.69
- : 01 April 1993
- : 9 Centimeters X 13 Centimeters X 19.5 Centimeters
- : books
Special Fields
- : Evan Willis
- : Paperback
- : English
- : 128