Sociology, 9th Edition

Quick delivery. Great book

This books has very clear information without being too complicated. I am currently studying at A level. All the chapters go over critical analysis of different theories etc. The best part for me is actually the end of the chapters, it points you in the direction of good further reading and documentaries which are great if you need to wind down and don't want to read anymore. Honestly get this book if you're starting in Sociology or if you're starting an A level!

This is by far the best sociology books you can buy. Gives excellent samples and referencing.

A huge, comprehensive and well-illuisrated textbook that would be a "bible" for any A-Level student or undergraduate. Giddens and Sutton are now at their 9th edition of this standard text and have fully updated it to reflect key issues like globalisation, the digital revolution, the COVID pandemic and identity issues. It starts with the hardy perennials of Durkheim. Marx and Weber but develops into detailed issues based text with themes guiding each chapter. There are good summaries of the works of key authors. For example, those not wishing to plough through Immanuel Walerstein's huge volumes on world-systems theory will find a nice straightforward analysis of his writing. Equally the same applies to the work of Manuel Castells on the relationship between social movements and the internet age through the notion of ‘the networked social movement’. One slight problem with the book has nothing to do with the content but stems from its sheer size at over 1000 pages. It is an absolute beast to hold and frankly would be all the better being printed into separate two volumes. Setting aside this complaint this book does act as an effective one-stop-shop for students. It poses potential essay questions and helpfully highlights key debates whether ion politics, environmentalism et al. It is therefore highly recommended.

Useful for my college assignments

Easy read, comprehensive version of book read in early 90’s.

Absolute sociology Bible for university

I got it for school and it came as described

Es un libro de texto y para ello se está usando. Es claro y ameno, y hace que un tema que podría llegar a ser árido se haga muy agradable. Altamente recomendado.

I bought this textbook from a bookstore in the USA through Amazon. It was a used textbook. Once I got it, I looked through the textbook, and it looks absolutely brand new! I am very happy with my purchase!

This book is basically your BA Sociology (Honours)

Comprehensive introductory textbook for those studying Sociology or Social Sciences. A very up-to-date edition. The only downside was that the packaging had broken, but luckily this didn't affect the book itself.

It's a great start to study and fall in love with the subject!