ABSTRACT

Power, Politics & Society: An Introduction to Political Sociology discusses how sociologists have organized the study of politics into conceptual frameworks, and how each of these frameworks foster a sociological perspective on power and politics in society. This includes discussing how these frameworks can be applied to understanding current issues and other "real life" aspects of politics. The authors connect with students by engaging them in activities where they complete their own applications of theory, hypothesis testing, and forms of inquiry.

chapter 1|35 pages

Power

chapter 2|35 pages

Role of the State

chapter 3|43 pages

Politics, Culture, and Social Processes

chapter 6|37 pages

Political Participation

chapter 7|43 pages

Elections and Voting

chapter 8|34 pages

Social Movements

chapter 9|41 pages

Violence and Terrorism

chapter 10|39 pages

Globalization