Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach Fourth Canadian Edition with MySocLab Access Code - Couverture souple

Henslin, James M.; Glenday, Dan; Duffy, Ann; Pupo, Norene

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 013221038X ISBN 13 : 9780132210386

Editeur : Prentice-Hall (Canada), 2007

Synopsis

For first year Introductory Sociology courses at colleges and universities.

 

"Where learning and the Sociological Imagination meet"

Henslin's Canadian edition has strong personal appeal to students and professors, capturing as it does the authors' passion for the discipline. The 'Down-to-Earth' approach shows the connection between the individual and society by using sociological perspectives to examine everyday life, and is enlivened by many vignettes and stories told in a style that creates interest and even inspiration. Henslin is widely adopted in Canada because it is well-balanced, matching an acceptable depth of content in a reasonable length; it marries an enjoyable writing style with intellectual rigour; and it manages an even-handed and particularly clear presentation of the four key theoretical perspectives.

Each edition has been more successful than the last, and this new 4th edition is better than ever. Opportunities for students to develop a "sociological imagination" abound, not only by reading the textbook but also by using the new MySocLab online supplement, an exciting new learning environment for Sociology students.

A propos du livre

Revue de presse

"The "Down-to-Earth Approach" is invaluable.  Sociology is about everyday life. Henslin and co-authors succeed in showing students, through the vignettes, examples and cited studies, that Sociology surrounds us everywhere. The text is 'fun' to read, it is almost as if the authors are in the room with the reader and speaking to them. This is attractive to students and makes it enjoyable to read."

Jana Grekel, U of A.

"I think that the text employs many techniques that will help engage the student and prepare them for a meaningful lecture.  The focus questions help prepare the student as do many of the other pedagogical features.  Knowledge is power, and this text delivers the student with an integral component of that equation: a strong foundation not only in sociology, but powerful tools for life."

Daniel S. Popowich, Mohawk College

"The data is Canadian and relevant and very up to date.  Indeed, I am quite impressed with the update on Queer Theory and the way in which the major theoretical theories are put forth.  You have made my job so much easier as this is usually difficult to get across to students just beginning to see phenomena from many angles. The section on female sociologists as well as on W.E.B. Dubois is refreshing! Your approach is an attempt at covering the gaps."

Pearl Crichton, Concordia University

"This is a very student friendly text that gives a broad-based approach to not only the more traditional sociological perspectives but also introduces students to newer perspectives they may encounter in their academic careers. The wide-range of topics demonstrates the breadth of sociological interests. Importantly, the emphasis throughout the text on critical thinking and ongoing use of analysis encourages the development of critical capacities that will stay (obviously with the guidance of excellent in-class instruction) with the student throughout their lives.”

Joan Harkness, Camosun College

"I am particularly impressed with the use of feminist theories throughout the text.  This perspective is sometimes omitted in first year texts."

Nan McBlane, Thompson Rivers University

Biographie de l'auteur

James M. Henslin, who was born in Minnesota, graduated from high school and junior college in California and from college in Indiana. Awarded scholarships, he earned his Master’s and doctorate degrees in sociology at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. After this, he was awarded a postdoctoral fellowship from the National Institute of Mental Health, and spent a year studying how people adjust to the suicide of a family member. His primary interests in sociology are the sociology of everyday life, deviance, and international relations. Among his numerous books is Down-to-Earth Sociology: Introductory Readings (Free Press), now in its twelfth edition. This book of readings reflects some of these sociological interests. He has also published widely in sociology journals, including Social Problems and American Journal of Sociology,

While a graduate student, Jim Henslin taught at the University of Missouri at St. Louis. After completing his doctorate, he joined the faculty at Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, where he is Professor Emeritus of Sociology. He says, “I’ve always found the introductory course enjoyable to teach. I love to see students’ faces light up when they first glimpse the sociological perspective and begin to see how society has become an essential part of how they view the world.”

Henslin enjoys reading and fishing. His two favorite activities are writing and traveling. He especially enjoys visiting and living in other cultures, for this brings him face to face with behaviors and ways of thinking that he cannot take for granted, experiences that “make sociological principles come alive.”

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Prentice-Hall (Canada)
• Date d'édition: 2007
• ISBN 10: 013221038X
• ISBN 13: 9780132210386
• Reliure: Broché
• Langue: anglais
• Numéro d'édition: 4
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible