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William B. Helmreich

    August 25, 1945 – March 28, 2020

    William Helmreich, a distinguished professor of sociology, dedicated his career to exploring the intricate tapestry of human society. His research delved into the dynamics of race and ethnic relations, the profound influence of religion, and the transformative effects of immigration. With a particular focus on urban sociology, he offered insightful analyses of New York City's unique character, examining consumer behavior and the nuances of risk-taking.

    The New York Nobody Knows
    Contemporary Issues in Society
    • The New York Nobody Knows

      Walking 6,000 Miles in the City

      • 449 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      The New York Nobody Knows is a representation of everyday lives of New Yorkers.

      The New York Nobody Knows2013
      3.3
    • Contemporary Issues in Society

      • 556 pages
      • 20 hours of reading

      This comprehensive reader for an introductory sociology course is to be used to supplement a text. Drawn from professional journals, research monographs, "popular" mass market books, and from magazines, the sections in each chapter reflect four levels of cultural, structural/organizational, individual, and cross-national.

      Contemporary Issues in Society1991
      4.0