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Key Ideas in Sociology, Third Edition, is the only undergraduate text to link today's issues to the ideas and individuals of the era of classical sociological thought. Compact and affordable, this book provides an overview of how sociological theories have helped sociologists... Read Full Overview

'Key Ideas in Sociology' examines four key ideas that have played a central role in discussion and thought about the nature of society: industrial society, democracy and individualism.

This volume examines four key ideas that have played a central role in discussion and thought about the nature of society: industrial society, democracy, individualism and modernity. Within each chapter, a number of ancillary ideas are discussed such as alienation, technology,... Read Full Overview

Key Ideas in Sociology is the only compact and portable book for undergraduate readers that links issues regarding post-modern society to the ideas and individuals that gave rise to sociological thinking in the late 19th century. This is the ideal text for idea and history oriented... Read Full Overview