William Kornblum-an eminent urban sociologist and a veteran traveler in the Francophone world-invites readers on an exploration of a changing city. Blending travelogue and social observation, he roams Marseille's neighborhoods and regions in the company of writers, scholars, activists, and ordinary people.
Nicknamed the International Express, the 7 subway line runs through a series of diverse neighborhoods in Queens. Stephane Tonnelat and William Kornblum ride the 7 to show how mastery of life in the subway space is a step toward assimilation for immigrants and newcomers.
This guide complements the Exploring Society: Introduction to Sociology telecourse, offering structured support for students. Each chapter aligns with one of the twenty-two video segments, featuring components such as overviews, assignments, goals, learning objectives, reviews, focus points, related activities, practice tests, and answer keys. It serves as a comprehensive resource to enhance understanding and facilitate daily study, ensuring students effectively integrate video content with their coursework.
Engaging accounts from masters of field research showcase the blend of passionate involvement with objective analysis. This collection serves as both an informative and inspiring resource, making it valuable for students and professional social scientists alike.
This new Eighth Edition of SOCIOLOGY IN A CHANGING WORLD will help you visualize sociology all around you! Let this experienced author help you explore the reality of social change and its impact on individuals, groups, and societies throughout the world. SOCIOLOGY IN A CHANGING WORLD uses the theme of social change to tie together the many elements of sociology while it helps you develop an understanding of the science. Soon, you will begin to see real sociology at work in the world everyday. Youll examine the social epidemiology of AIDS and the growing obesity epidemic, collective behavior, including fads, fashions, rumor, gossip, panic, and mass hysteria, aging in a global perspective, and gay and lesbian relationships and families.