ABSTRACT

Choices and Chances is an ideal supplement to introductory textbooks. By showing how theories can apply to everyday life, it demonstrates the ways sociology—a living, growing discipline—can shed light on issues of immense personal and social importance.

chapter 1|29 pages

Patterns of Desire

Why You Want What You Want

chapter 2|28 pages

Patterns of Opportunity

Why You Get What You Get

chapter 3|29 pages

Education

What You Want and What You Get

chapter 4|25 pages

Career Choices

What You Want and What You Get

chapter 5|29 pages

Single or Married

What You Want and What You Get

chapter 6|31 pages

Childless or Parent

What You Want and What You Get

chapter 7|27 pages

Locations and Lifestyles

What You Want and What You Get

chapter 8|27 pages

What You Want and Get

Closing the Gap