Social Things An Introduction to Sociological Life by Charles Lemert 2001 Paperback-image
Social Things An Introduction to Sociological Life by Charles Lemert 2001 Paperback-image

Social Things An Introduction to Sociological Life by Charles Lemert 2001 Paperback

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Number of Pages: 240 Pages Edition: 2 Item Width: 5.8 in Illustrator: Yes ISBN-13: 9780742515802 LCCN: 2001-031797 Book Title: Social Things : an Introduction to the Sociological Life Dewey Decimal: 301 Features: Revised gtin13: 9780742515802 Item Length: 8.4 in Author: Charles Lemert Genre: Social Science Synopsis: In this new, revised, and updated edition, Lemert continues the narrative that made Social Things a best seller among sociologists and a favorite among students. In an entirely new chapter, he opens the sociological imagination to new global realities-a topic much debated by sociologists today. What they and politicians call globalization is lived by people all over the world who seek and often fail to find a better life. The new chapter, called "Global Methods," shows just how both practical and professional sociologies-apart from sharing so much in common-share also the necessity of rethinking the methods by which people figure out what "globalization" means in their lives., In this new, revised, and updated edition, Lemert continues the narrative that made Social Things a best seller among sociologists and a favorite among students. In an entirely new chapter, he opens the sociological imagination to new global realities--a topic much debated by sociologists today. What they and politicians call globalization is lived by people all over the world who seek and often fail to find a better life. The new chapter, called "Global Methods," shows just how both practical and professional sociologies--apart from sharing so much in common--share also the necessity of rethinking the methods by which people figure out what "globalization" means in their lives. Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Incorporated Topic: Sociology / General Table Of Content: Part 1 Preface to the Second Edition Part 2 Introduction Part 3 I: The Sociologocial Life Chapter 4 1: Imagining Social Things, Competently Chapter 5 2: Personal Courage and Practical Sociologies Chapter 6 3: Practicing the Discipline of Social Things Part 7 II: Sociology Chapter 8 4: Lost Worlds and Modern Sociology Chapter 9 5: Sociology and the New World Order 1848-1920 Chapter 10 6: Sociology Becomes the Science of Worldly Structures: 1920-1960 Chapter 11 7: Sociology Discovers Its Complicated Vocation: After 1960 Part 12 III: Social Things Chapter 13 8: The Mysterious Power of Social Structures Chapter 14 9: The Lively Subjects of Dead Structures Chapter 15 10: Well-Measured Lives in a World of Differences Chapter 16 11: Global Methods Chapter 17 12: Living against the Conclusion Part 18 Acknowledgements Part 19 Notes Part 20 Index Part 21 About the Author Publication Year: 2001 LC Classification Number: HM435.L46 2002 Item Weight: 16 Oz Edition Description: Revised edition Format: Trade Paperback Dewey Edition: 23 brand: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Incorporated Item Height: 1.1 in Intended Audience: Trade ISBN-10: 074251580X Reviews: Charles Lemert makes sociology vital and alive in this provocative yet friendly introduction. Lemert uses personal biography and the life stories of famous sociologists, including leading female and black sociologists too often overlooked. In a probing analysis he brings in tough questions of race, class, and gender that most other introductions bypass., Social Things is a triumph. In a time when sociologists must convince others that sociology is not the study of the obvious, Lemert shows that it is highly relevant, both in the classroom and especially in living a fulfilled social life. It is a text that will get new students excited about sociology, and it will remind the professional sociologist of sociology's responsibility and possibility., The best book about the discipline and practice of sociology since C. Wright Mills's The Sociological Imagination., "The best book about the discipline and practice of sociology since C. Wright Mills's The Sociological Imagination ." --Rhonda Levine, Colgate University " Social Things is a triumph. In a time when sociologists must convince others that sociology is not the study of the obvious, Lemert shows that it is highly relevant, both in the classroom and especially in living a fulfilled social life. It is a text that will get new students excited about sociology, and it will remind the professional sociologist of sociology's responsibility and possibility." --Christopher Bartley, Sociological Analysis "Charles Lemert makes sociology vital and alive in this provocative yet friendly introduction. Lemert uses personal biography and the life stories of famous sociologists, including leading female and black sociologists too often overlooked. In a probing analysis he brings in tough questions of race, class, and gender that most other introductions bypass." --Joe R. Feagin, author of White Racism Language: English

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  1. This book is a fantastic intro to sociology—clear, engaging, and full of relatable examples. Lemert breaks down complex ideas into easy-to-digest insights, making it perfect for beginners. The writing style is lively, and the content feels fresh even years after publication. A must-read for anyone curious about how society works!

    Ahmed Salah0

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