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Structure of Social Stratification in the United States, The (4th Edition)

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This book fairly cut and dry, which is exactly what I like in sociology textbooks. Beeghley takes an unbiased view on social stratification and inequalities in contemporary society. He uses cross national and longitudinal data to effectively emphasize his points, which are valid and thought provoking. The book is well written and worth enough to keep on my bookshelf. Do you happen to be taking Beeghleys class? Do yourself the favor and buy this book!

I always ask my Professors if I can used a later edition textbook first before purchasing my textbooks, because it will save you a bundle of money. As an example: The 5th edition of Structure of Social Stratification has a used purchase price of 76.00, while the 4th edition of Structure of Social Stratification has a used purchase price of 0.41. Generally, if both editions are close together rarely is there much difference in the content of the books. ****The cardinal rule is to always ask your Professors first before purchasing an older edition of a textbook because it shows common sense and courtesy towards the Professor. This is a very interesting book to read and it explains the inequality of the classes in regards to advantages in the United States.

Yeah, So I purchased this social stratification book for one of my sociology classes. I have to say its pretty great. It covers a lot of information that I was dumbfounded by... And I love the silly little examples it gives. All in all it I very well enjoy the book. Out of all the books I currently have for school I would have to say that this one is a keeper. It's great... Only thing I would complain about was the fact that it took a little while to get here... but that doesn't really affect my opinion on the knowledge it presents.