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Richard T. Schaefer's Sociology Matters is a concise introduction to the discipline of sociology. Schaefer’s characteristic straightforward style, a streamlined design, and highly focused coverage make it the perfect affordable, ultra-brief, introductory text for instructors who use a variety of materials in their course.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: The Sociological View
Chapter 2: Culture and Socialization
Chapter 3: Social Interaction, Groups, and Social Structure
Chapter 4: Deviance and Social Control
Chapter 5: Stratification in the United States and Global Inequality
Chapter 6: Inequality by Race and Ethnicity
Chapter 7: Inequality by Gender
Chapter 8: Social Institutions: Family and Religion
Chapter 9: Social Institutions: Education, Government, and the Economy
Chapter 10: Population, Community, Health, and the Environment
Chapter 11: Social Movements, Social Change, and Technology