Introductory Sociology
A Reader in Exploring (and Changing) Daily Life
(First Edition)
©2025, 282 pages
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Introductory Sociology: A Reader in Exploring (and Changing) Daily Life is a compelling text that examines the intricate layers of sociological concepts and their application in everyday life. The book provides readers with an insightful exploration of sociology, ranging from foundational theories and research methods to contemporary issues relating to race, class, gender, social institutions, and social change.
The text offers a comprehensive exploration of how societies operate, investigating the implications of social structures, cultural dynamics, and individual interactions that shape the human experience. It further examines some of the social determinants of health and the resulting disparities and the potential for social change amid global inequality. Students read a variety of scholarly articles that discuss writing in the field, popular culture, social behavior, families and relationships, climate change, and more.
Introductory Sociology is ideal for undergraduate courses that aim to introduce students to the breadth of sociology. It provides a solid knowledge base for students embarking on the study of sociology while also inspiring deeper inquiries into specialized topics that center crucial debates in the field.
The text offers a comprehensive exploration of how societies operate, investigating the implications of social structures, cultural dynamics, and individual interactions that shape the human experience. It further examines some of the social determinants of health and the resulting disparities and the potential for social change amid global inequality. Students read a variety of scholarly articles that discuss writing in the field, popular culture, social behavior, families and relationships, climate change, and more.
Introductory Sociology is ideal for undergraduate courses that aim to introduce students to the breadth of sociology. It provides a solid knowledge base for students embarking on the study of sociology while also inspiring deeper inquiries into specialized topics that center crucial debates in the field.
Deric Shannon is a professor of sociology at Emory University’s Oxford College, where he teaches courses in introductory sociology, deviant behavior, class/status/power, sociology of food, sociology of sustainability, and global political economy and sustainability. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Connecticut and an M.A. and B.A. from Ball State University.
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