Sociology For Dummies 1st Edition by Jay Gabler (PDF)

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The first authoritative yet accessible guide to this broad and popular topicSociology is the study of human and societal interaction, and because society is constantly changing, sociology will always remain a crucial and relevant subject. Sociology For Dummies helps you understand this complex field, serving as the ideal study guide both when you’re deciding to take a class as well as when you are already participating in a course.Provides a general overview of what sociology in as well as an in-depth look at some of the major concepts and theoriesOffers examples of how sociology can be applied and its importance to everyday lifeAvoiding jargon, Sociology For Dummies will get you up to speed on this widely studied topic in no time.

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Editorial Reviews: From the Inside Flap Learn to:Recognize the basics of how communities workAnalyze the cultural impact that race, gender, religion, and sexual orientation have on societyUse and interpret sociological research methodsIdentify the social construction and impact of crime and devianceUnderstand human and social interactions in an ever-changing worldSociology is the study of human and societal interaction. Whether you’re currently enrolled in a course or want to learn how to apply sociological concepts to your personal or professional life, Sociology For Dummies helps you understand how to scientifically analyze social organization and cultural structure. Discover the who, what, and where of sociology — wrap your head around the basics of sociology to get a handle on what it is, where it came from, and who practices itPut on your sociology sunglasses — learn how to look at society through the eyes of a sociologist to get a better understanding of culture, social networks, society and your place in it, and moreGet a grip on the social status quo — find out how everything from race to sex and gender plays a role in social equality and inequalityOrganize (and disorganize) social organizations — discover what sociology tells us about how corporations, nonprofits, governments, and social movements work (and sometimes don’t)Take a look in the mirror — understand how your life’s course is inexplicably tied to your societyOpen the book and find:The history of sociological studySocial movements and political sociologyThe value and purpose of think tanks and research institutesTips for thinking about the world in an objective wayThe lowdown on “Sociology’s Power Trio” — Karl Marx, Emile Durkheim, and Max WeberMethods for conducting socio-logical researchThe roles race, sex, and religion play in sociology From the Back Cover Learn to:Recognize the basics of how communities workAnalyze the cultural impact that race, gender, religion, and sexual orientation have on societyUse and interpret sociological research methodsIdentify the social construction and impact of crime and devianceUnderstand human and social interactions in an ever-changing worldSociology is the study of human and societal interaction. Whether you’re currently enrolled in a course or want to learn how to apply sociological concepts to your personal or professional life, Sociology For Dummies helps you understand how to scientifically analyze social organization and cultural structure. Discover the who, what, and where of sociology ― wrap your head around the basics of sociology to get a handle on what it is, where it came from, and who practices itPut on your sociology sunglasses ― learn how to look at society through the eyes of a sociologist to get a better understanding of culture, social networks, society and your place in it, and moreGet a grip on the social status quo ― find out how everything from race to sex and gender plays a role in social equality and inequalityOrganize (and disorganize) social organizations ― discover what sociology tells us about how corporations, nonprofits, governments, and social movements work (and sometimes don’t)Take a look in the mirror ― understand how your life’s course is inexplicably tied to your societyOpen the book and find:The history of sociological studySocial movements and political sociologyThe value and purpose of think tanks and research institutesTips for thinking about the world in an objective wayThe lowdown on “Sociology’s Power Trio” ― Karl Marx, Emile Durkheim, and Max WeberMethods for conducting socio-logical researchThe roles race, sex, and religion play in sociology About the Author Jay Gabler, PhD, is a writer, editor, and college instructor. Gabler received his PhD from Harvard University and now teaches at Rasmussen College in Minnesota. Read more

Reviews from Amazon users which were colected at the time this book was published on the website:

⭐I’m prepping for an exam and this book has really come in handy. However it is full of a lot of filler information that is just not important but I intend to keep it and pass it on to any friends that will be taking this class in the future. They also have a few other course books that i will need so I’m looking forward to using them.

⭐I think this book, or at least this subject, should be required reading very early on- probably as early as middle school. I wish I would have known this stuff back when I was in High School, it would’ve helped me tremendously.From the importance of forming social connections and networks, to understanding how corporations work, to understanding how people form norms and values, and achieve power and influence, in societies that are incredibly diverse and complex, the discoveries and revelations involved in Sociology really help you have empathy for others, and help you be prepared for participating in different organizations and societies.I’ve known from a very early age that there is much injustice and inequality in the world, and this book really gives some great insights into why that is the case. Of all the information I’ve learned by reading this book, I think this was probably the most valuable.I was kind of disappointed to read that Sociologists have given up on creating the perfect society, but I was pleased to read that they have great hope and enthusiasm for the future of humanity.

⭐great for summed up info

⭐As are other books in this series, the “Dummies” marketing tool is misleading. I teach Sociology and this book provides important analysis of the basics in the field. The writing style is engaging not like a text. From here, we can go deeper like reading something by Peter Berger (Invitation of Sociology) or struggle through a text of some 400 pages. Probably not for the Ivy League undergraduate; at the same time, for the 400-550 SAT student or someone wanting to understand society and our role in it, a great start. If my students remembered 30% of what is in this book, they would be doing great…and if they could apply the information to their own life, they would have insight and be a more interesting and engaging human being. Recommend Psychology for Dummies also. Between the two of these books, you’ve basically covered the most important theories and principles in both of these related disciplines.

⭐The book wasn’t bad. But if your using this text as a replacement of a sociology course textbook I’d recommend against it. It’d be great supplemental reading if you were already taking a class I sociology

⭐I love this book. Very informative and easy to read. I’m a soc major in school and this book is helping me remember some information that I previously learned (but forgot) in soc classes that I have taken. I would recommend this book to people who are interested in sociology or curious about what sociology is. I enjoyed the part in the book that explains what careers sociologist have.

⭐Great book on sociology for a course I am teaching.

⭐As a novice in sociology and interested to understand the basics, this was a perfect intro to decide continuing on learning. The author did a great job explaining complex thinking in a very clear and easy way.

⭐Very easy to understand and informative with a cleaver lay out

⭐Amazing if you know nothing about sociology and want to learn/taking classes.The author speaks to you

⭐Brilliant book. Just as good as new!!

⭐good book

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