Essentials of Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach

James M. Henslin

ISBN 10: 020550440X / ISBN 13: 9780205504404

Published by Allyn & Bacon, 2006

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[ No Hassle 30 Day Returns ][ Ships Daily ] [ Underlining/Highlighting: NONE ] [ Writing: NONE ] [ Edition: seventh ] Publisher: Allyn & Bacon Pub Date: 11/9/2006 Binding: Paperback Pages: 437 seventh edition.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Essentials of Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach
• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 020550440X
• ISBN 13: 9780205504404
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

Henslin's best-selling brief paperback text shares the excitement of sociology–its acclaimed "down-to-earth" approach and personal writing style highlight the sociology of everyday life and its relevance to readers' lives. The author has a unique ability to engage readers. With wit, personal reflection, and illuminating examples, Henslin shares with readers a passion for sociology unmatched by any other introductory text.

Review

"Henslin hooks students on learning about the world around them, and suggests they seek answers to the question ‘Why should I care?””

 Roger Nemeth, Hope College

 

“My students tell me that they love the varied scenarios Henslin provides in the book.”

 Kristie Palmer, Richland Community College

 

“The boxed features in Henslin often explore controversial issues that generate great on-line discussions among my distance learning students.”

Kristie Palmer, Richland Community College

 

“Henslin begins each chapter with an interesting vignette.  The text is accessible and easy to read.”

 Lucy Ogburn, Middlesex Community College

 

“Henslin offers an introduction to research and his heavy inclusion of research shows its importance.  He does this at just the right level.”

 Jan Poppendieck, City University of New York, Hunter College

 

“I appreciate Henslin’s balanced theoretical approach, good topic coverage, and that the book is very readable.”

 Derral Cheatwood, University of Texas, San Antonio

 

“The boxed examples in Henslin add a new dimension to the course.  He truly has a down-to-earth approach.”

 Sue Dowden, El Camino College

 

“Students like this book because the reading level is just right, the examples are relevant, and the strong visuals keep them interested.  My students also like [Henslin’s] accounts of his many travels; they give the book a global feel.”

 Romana Pires, San Bernadino Valley College