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Written for Introductory Sociology, and Sociology of Popular Culture courses, this book uses popular music to illustrate fundamental social institutions, theories, sociological concepts, and processes.
Religion serves as a major source of meaning for people, and it reflects many of society's core attributes and values. Second, understanding religion helps us understand society in general, including its history, conflicts, and goals.
First, religion is one of the most important institutions in society. It serves as a major source ofmeaning for people, and it reflects many of society's core attributes and values. Second, understanding religion helps us understand ...
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