Introduction to Sociological Theory: Theorists, Concepts, and Their Applicability to the Twenty-First Century

Introduction to Sociological Theory: Theorists, Concepts, and Their Applicability to the Twenty-First Century

by Michele Dillon (Author)

Synopsis

Combining carefully chosen primary quotes with extensive discussion and everyday illustrative examples, this book provides an in-depth introduction to classical and contemporary theory. * Uses a wide range of newspaper examples to illustrate the relevance to sociological theory* Contains excerpts from theorists' primary texts* Includes chapter-specific glossaries of all theoretical concepts discussed in the book* Short biographies and historical timelines of significant events provide context to various theorists' ideas* Incorporates a range of pedagogical features* Supporting website includes multiple choice and essay questions, PowerPoint slides, a quotation bank, and other background materials Visit www.wiley.com/go/dillon for additional student and instructor resources.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 570
Edition: 1st Edition
Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell
Published: 21 Aug 2009

ISBN 10: 1405170026
ISBN 13: 9781405170024

Author Bio
Michele Dillon is professor of sociology at the University of New Hampshire and has many years of experience teaching sociological theory to undergraduate and graduate students. Her previous publications include Catholic Identity: Balancing Reason, Faith, and Power (1999), Debating Divorce: Moral Conflict in Ireland (1993), Handbook of the Sociology of Religion (ed.) (2003), and In the Course of a Lifetime: Tracing Religious Belief, Practice, and Change (with Paul Wink)( 2007).