PEARSON EDUCATION Sociology: United States Edition

Seeing Sociology in Everyday Life    John Macionis shares his enthusiasm, excitement and teaching experience with a clear and engaging writing style that connects with students. Macionis', Sociology, 13th edition is designed to help students see the relevance of the sociological theories and ideas that inform their own lives.   Four main themes are found throughout the text: Seeing Sociology in Everyday Life Social Diversity Global Comparisons Critical Thinking   The new edition has an innovate new design, contemporary and compelling student applications, plus a wealth of author-written and author-managed supplemental material. This revision elevates Sociology's high standard of excellence, ensuring that it remains one of the foremost introductory sociology resources for students and instructors alike.   Review Thank you to the reviewers of the new edition: Rebecca Riehm, Jefferson Community College William Wood, California State University Fullerton Rudy Harris, Des Moines Area Comm. College Judi Kessler, Monmouth College Dale Howard, NorthWest Arkansas Community College Robert Atkins, North Seattle Community College Richard Sweeney, Modesto Junior College Dave Conz, Arizona State University Robert Brainerd, Highland Community College       “Allows the reader to appreciate the relevance of sociology in everyday life." Boyejo Adefuye Collin County Community College     "Macionis provides tables, charts, and several visuals summaries that other texts do not. These tools not only assist students towards understanding how sociology "works" in society, but they also facilitate an understanding of "why" social inequities exist in the US and abroad." Anita Gardner Mitchell Community College   "Macionis is visually stunning." Patricia Gibbs Foothill College   "Engaging, accessible narrative and illustrations / learning tools." Patricia Gibbs Foothill College   "Good definitions, nicely organized...students do not have to go "searching" for information during the process of studying for exams." Christine Janis Northern Illinois University   "I like the way this text “backed” into the theory by first presenting concepts/empirical evidence and then theory." Chalane Lechuga University of New Mexico, Albuquerque    "I like how well balanced the text is between, structural-function, conflict, and symbolic interaction perspectives." Chalane Lechuga University of New Mexico, Albuquerque  "Text is well supported by online student materials, in text review, and an excellent study guide." J Beth Mabry Indiana University of Penn   "Crisp writing, excellent examples, and visually interesting." J Beth Mabry Indiana University of Penn   "Deals with everyday events and material students can relate to." Sondra McKinney Southwest Missouri State University   "Macionis is a very good book for stimulating discussion and explaining basic concepts. In many cases, it makes students want to go beyond it and learn more." Kendra Murphy University of Memphis   "Making the Grade is a big asset. My students need constant reinforcement and this provides it immediately." Meryl Nason University of Texas, Dallas   "This is a fantastic book, based on my opinion as well as the favorable reports that I get from my students!" Juanita Ortiz University of Oklahona, Norman   "I like how the author of the text keeps the students in mind when writing the text." Timothy Sexton Chippewa Valley Technical College   "The topics are broad however simple enough for the students to gain knowledge in each of the areas of interest." Timothy Sexton Chippewa Valley Technical College   "I like the critical thinking questions presented throughout the text." Timothy Sexton Chippewa Valley Technical College   "The pages are colorful and full of valuable information." Timothy Sexton Chippewa Valley Technical College   "Since 1985, I have taught sociology courses at diffent institutions at various levels. I have used a varietyof texts for my courses. On