ABSTRACT
This is a book for anyone who wants to know what sociology is and what sociologists do. In a subject which has changed dramatically over the last twenty years, Sociology: The Basics offers the most up to date guide to the major topics and areas of debate. It covers among other things:
* sociology and society
* laws, morality and science
* social relations
* power and communication
* society in the future
* becoming a sociologist.
Clearly written, concise and comprehensive, Sociology: The Basics will be an essential text for anyone thinking of studying the subject.
Other titles in the Basics series include:
Language: the Basics Pb 0415125413
Politics: the Basics Pb 0415102634
Philosophy: the Basics Pb 0415124964
