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In the brief, third edition of Sociology: Exploring the Architecture of Everyday Life, author David Newman once again draws students in to the fascinating world of sociological thought. With his eminently readable style and lively personal anecdotes Newman encourages students to take a step back from the textbook and think about how sociology applies to their lives. Using vivid prose, current examples, and fresh data, this brief and concise text presents a well-organized and digestible overview of the social construction of society.
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Newman (sociology, DePauw U.) offers an undergraduate sociology textbook that takes an everyday approach to the topic by using real examples and personal, everyday experiences to understand the relationship between individuals and society. This edition has updated statistics and examples and more information and examples about social networking sites. It incorporates contemporary events and trends such as the global economic recession, the presidency of Barack Obama, and the growth of communication technology, especially social networking sites. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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