Social Inequality in a Global Age

By Scott R. Sernau and Sernau Scott

Book Overview

The only undergraduate text that analyzes inequality within the United States in the context of our changing global economy

This Third Edition of Scott Sernau′s highly acclaimed text provides a sociological framework for analyzing inequality within the United States. Inequalities of race, class and gender can only be understood in the context of the changing global economy, and this is the first text to make that connection its focus. With vivid examples and analysis, this text brings domestic inequalities and the global context home to students. Using lively writing and examples straight from today′s headlines, the author places each issue and dimension of inequality in the context of a changing global economy. He also introduces both classical and contemporary theories of stratification to help interpret these real-world illustrations.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1412977916
• ISBN13: 9781412977913
• Release Date: April 2010
• Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.5" x 0.8" x 7.3"

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.