Social Inequality in a Global Age

By Scott R. Sernau and Sernau Scott

Book Overview

This fully updated fourth edition of Scott Sernau′s highly acclaimed Social Inequality in a Global Age provides a sociological framework for analyzing inequality within the United States in the context of our changing global economy. With vivid examples and insightful analysis, this first-of-its-kind best seller offers students a complete picture of inequality and stratification systems. Using lively writing and examples drawn straight from today′s headlines, Sernau explores each issue and dimension of inequality as he analyzes the relationship between global stratification and internal (domestic) systems of inequality. He also introduces both classical and contemporary theories of stratification to help interpret these real-world illustrations. Throughout, a focus on social action and community engagement encourages students to become involved, active learners in the classroom and in their communities.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 145220540X
• ISBN13: 9781452205403
• Release Date: July 2013
• Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.0" x 1.0" x 7.0"

Customer Reviews

Great book!

I read this book for my Wealth & Poverty course and I loved it! Sernau describes the political, economical, and social issues that pertain our daily lives in a meticulous engaging fashion. At the end of each chapter you are presented with a couple of discussion questions that tests your comprehension of the book. Furthermore, the author also suggests ways you can participate within your community to tackle key issues he points out in the book. I think this book is essential for readers who are curious about social issues, and also for those who aspire to make a change in this world.