Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach, Core Concepts (3rd Edition) (Paperback)

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"Henslin hooks students on learning about the world around them, and suggests they seek answers to the question ‘Why should I care?””

Roger Nemeth, Hope College

 

“My students tell me that they love the varied scenarios Henslin provides in the book.”

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“Henslin begins each chapter with an interesting vignette.  The text is accessible and easy to read.”

Lucy Ogburn, Middlesex Community College

 

“Henslin offers an introduction to research and his heavy inclusion of research shows its importance.  He does this at just the right level.”

Jan Poppendieck, City University of New York, Hunter College

 

“I appreciate Henslin’s balanced theoretical approach, good topic coverage, and that the book is very readable.”

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“The boxed features in Henslin often explore controversial issues that generate great on-line discussions among my distance learning students.”

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“The boxed examples in Henslin add a new dimension to the course.  He truly has a down-to-earth approach.”

Sue Dowden, El Camino College

 

“Students like this book because the reading level is just right, the examples are relevant, and the strong visuals keep them interested.  My students also like [Henslin’s] accounts of his many travels; they give the book a global feel.”

 Romana Pires, San Bernadino Valley College

Product Description

Adapted from Henslin's best-selling comprehensive text, Core Concepts provides in-depth coverage of ten high-priority topics that are the foundation of many introductory sociology courses. This unique paperback offers a concise and economical format without sacrificing depth of coverage. Unlike a "brief" or "essentials" text, the ten chapters that make up Core Concepts are not edited down from a longer book. Instead, they provide full coverage of those topics that instructors emphasize the most in a one-semester or one-term introductory sociology course. And like Henslin's other texts, it features the author's familiar "down-to-earth" approach and personal writing style that highlight the sociology of everyday life. With wit, personal reflection, and illuminating examples, Henslin shares with readers a passion for sociology unmatched by any other introductory text.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 480 pages
• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon; 3 edition (February 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0205571352
• ISBN-13: 978-0205571352
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #137,685 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars Almost the Exact Same As 3rd Edition, October 19, 2008

By	Tough Customer (SoCAL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach, Core Concepts (2nd Edition) (MySocLab Series) (Paperback)

It is an interesting textbook; easily readable and understandable.
Instead of paying $86 for the third edition I risked getting this, 2nd edition and it turns out
they are both almost absolutely the same.
The 3rd addition comes with a CD and you get access to a supplmental website - but if you do your reading you can get by without the supplemental material just fine.
If you are a decent student, I recommend getting the 2nd edition (today available used on amazon for 78 cents).
If you go to class, read the book and fufill any writing assignments then you can do just fine with the 2nd edition.

4.0 out of 5 stars In great condition, October 3, 2009

By	Ashley Kondrad - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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This review is from: Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach, Core Concepts (Paperback)

The book was in great condition for such a low price. Was as advertised. :) Thanks. Shipping was pretty fast too.

5.0 out of 5 stars Some highlighting but structurally sound, October 2, 2009

By	A. Ary - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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The book showed up later than I expected but it does the trick. Thanks for making this available.