Publisher's Synopsis
New Edition Now Available!What is sociology? Will I like it? Does it matter in the world? Can it help me?The Sociological Vision is designed to answer these questions and cultivate a new way of seeing social life. Geared primarily toward students beginning a journey into the social sciences, or for those with general curiosity for the subject, The Sociological Vision offers a glimpse into the fascinating, revelatory, and occasionally fun world of sociology. Consider it as a ""sampler platter"" for the study of human societies and cultures.The book uses a historical approach, a comparative glance, and a critical eye. It shows students how to hone the skills we all have as ""armchair"" sociologists in observing, describing, explaining, and evaluating the social world in more systematic ways. It encourages readers to ask tough questions, both of society and of themselves. The book emphasizes the individual's role as both participant in society and a recipient of societal influences. Finally, it focuses on the ways in which we each build the social order, and considers the larger impacts of these small actions.
