TY  - BOOK
AU  - Newman,David M.
AU  - Harper,Douglas A.
TI  - Sociology: exploring the architecture of everyday life 
SN  - 0761988262 (pbk.)
AV  - HM585 .N48 2004
U1  - 301 22
PY  - 2004///
CY  - Thousand Oaks, Calif.
PB  - Pine Forge Press
KW  - Sociology
N1  - Includes bibliographical references (p. 537-578) and index; Contenido: Taking a New Look at a Familiar World
– Introduction to sociological perspective

Building Reality: The Social Construction of Knowledge
– How society shapes perceptions and “truths”

Building Order: Culture and History
– Norms, values, and the development of culture

Interacting in Social Life
– Role theory, social interaction, and the presentation of self

Building Identity: Socialization
– How individuals become members of society

Supporting Identity: The Organization of Everyday Life
– Routine, institutions, and everyday behavior

Building Social Relationships: Intimacy and Families
– Family structures and changes in intimacy

Constructing Difference: Social Deviance
– Theories of deviance, labeling, and social control

Understanding Inequality: Stratification and Class
– Social class and life chances

Race and Ethnicity
– The social construction and consequences of racial categories

Gender and Sexuality
– Gender roles, identity, and inequality

Organizing Society: Institutions
– Education, religion, politics, and the economy

Global Dynamics and Social Change
– Globalization, modernity, and movements


N2  - This engaging introduction to sociology explores how society influences individual experiences. David M. Newman uses vivid real-life examples, personal stories, and current events to show how everyday actions are shaped by broader social structures. The book is known for its accessible language, focus on critical thinking, and its ability to connect theory to the lived experiences of readers.

It’s often used in introductory sociology courses and praised for making sociological thinking relevant and understandable for new students.


UR  - http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip048/2003019153.html
UR  - http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0658/2003019153-d.html
UR  - http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0734/2003019153-b.html
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