Sociology. Fifth Edition

The fifth edition of this classic textbook is an ideal teaching text for
first year university students, and will also be essential reading for
anyone looking for an exciting, authoritative, and easy-to-follow
introduction to sociology.

* Offers an unrivalled introduction to sociology, by one of the world's
leading sociologists;
* Manages to be clear, accessible and jargon-free, but without
oversimplifying complex
debates;
* Stylish new internal design, featuring full-colour for the first time;
* Radically revised to take account of the most recent social changes, and
cutting-edge
sociological data and debates;
* Substantive new discussions of global inequality, disability, ageing and
the life course,
risk, the network society, and terrorism, as well as many other additional
and up-todate
topics;
* Numerous learning aids in every chapter, such as summary points,
questions for further
thought, and additional reading suggestions, which help to reinforce
students' knowledge;
* Many new photographs, diagrams, case studies and cartoons, to bring
ideas to life.

Companion Website:
- A dedicated website (www.polity.co.uk/giddens5) provides sophisticated
materials for lecturer and student use.
- Student materials on the website include: multiple choice questions;
extra web links; assignment guides for each chapter; and a searchable
glossary.
- Lecturer materials include: a full instructors' manual, featuring a
guide to using the book; suggested teaching topics and sample seminar
plans; planned activities; questions for discussion; making connections
sections; and Power Point slides.

READERSHIP: first year sociology undergraduates and others requiring a
comprehensive
introduction to the subject.