Essentials of Sociology, A Down-to-Earth Approach, Books a la Carte Plus MySocLab

by Henslin, James M.

• ISBN13: 9780205003464
• ISBN10: 020500346X
• Edition: 9th
• Format: Nonspecific Binding
• Copyright: 2011-01-01
• Publisher: Prentice Hall

Summary

Essentials of Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approachis heralded by students and instructors alike as the most friendly and inviting introduction to sociology available. James Henslin guides students on an intellectual voyage through through the sociological imagination, helping them better understanding both themselves and their world. With humor, personal reflection and illuminating examples, he shares with readers his passion for sociology. #xA0; Six central themes run throughout the text:down-to-earth sociology, globalization, cultural diversity, critical thinking, the new technology and the influence of mass media on everyday life. Each of these themes is reflected in the central narrative, in boxed features throughout the text, and in MySocLab. #xA0; Essentials of Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach9th edition is the first edition of Henslin's to feature integration with MySocLab.MySocLab now features diagnostic quizzing, Social Explorer activities, The Way We Livevideo actitivies, links to The Social Lens blog, and over 100 primary source readings.