All Formats & Editions

In the new fourth edition of Social Things Charles Lemert continues to build on the remarkable narrative that first appeared in 1997. The author brings new material into almost every chapter-a stunning account of Hurricane Katrina to illustrate sociological incompetence,... Read Full Overview

In fifteen years, Charles Lemert's Social Things has become a much-loved modern classic among teachers, students, and many other readers for introducing the sociological imagination through lively, memorable stories and interpretations. This fifth edition is fresh: the history... Read Full Overview

In this new, revised, and updated edition, Lemert continues the narrative that made Social Things a best seller among sociologists and a favorite among students. In an entirely new chapter, he opens the sociological imagination to new global realities-a topic much debated... Read Full Overview

Sociologist Charles Lemert challenges readers with the surprising idea that sociology is one of the skills whereby all people cope with the demands and capture the joys of life. Writing with grace and elegance, Lemert opens the eye of the imagination to the vast reaches of global... Read Full Overview

Once again, Lemert has revised and updated Social Things, a best seller that is admired by teachers, students, and parents for its riveting brilliance. In this edition, he challenges readers to appreciate the surprising story of how globalization requires even the most... Read Full Overview