Second Thoughts: Seeing Conventional Wisdom Through the Sociological Eye

Second Thoughts: Seeing Conventional Wisdom Through the Sociological Eye
ISBN-10
1412956536
ISBN-13
9781412956536
Series
Second Thoughts
Category
Social Science
Pages
413
Language
English
Published
2008
Publisher
Pine Forge Press
Authors
Janet M. Ruane, Karen A. Cerulo

Description

With over 20 essays examining popular conceptions on a wide range of social subjects, this student friendly collection encourages students to take a sociological approach to 'conventional wisdom'. A perfect supplement to any introductory sociology course, and a wonderful introduction to the sociological imagination.

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