Sociological Theory in the Contemporary Era

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Sociological Theory in the Contemporary Era is written by Scott Appelrouth and published by SAGE Publications, Incorporated. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 1452203601 (ISBN 10) and 9781452203607 (ISBN 13).

Sociological Theory in the Contemporary Era, Third Edition is a text/reader that introduces students to the ideas and writings of key twentieth and twenty-first century theorists. Authors Scott Appelrouth and Laura Desfor Edles combine original texts, edited for classroom use, with extensive framing discussions that provide crucial biographical, historical, and theoretical context for readings. The book also provides an over-arching scaffolding that students can use to examine, compare, and contrast each theorist’s major themes and concepts. This unique format, combined with frequent use of photos, tables, and diagrams, makes Sociological Theory in the Contemporary Era a lively, engaging, and “student-friendly” introduction to the world of contemporary theory. Contributor to the SAGE Teaching Innovations & Professional Development Award