Perspectives in Sociology - Softcover

From its first edition in 1979, Perspectives in Sociology has provided generations of undergraduates with a clear, reassuring introduction to the complications of sociological theory. This revised and updated edition features:

• a completely rewritten general introduction and conclusion;
• all-new introductions to each part, clarifying how each one builds on what came before;
• an updated set of formative questions at the end of each chapter;
• a comprehensive glossary of key terms.

While retaining its emphasis and wealth of information on the founding figures of sociology, this sixth edition includes new tools that will allow students from related disciplines to access relevant sociological material quickly.

E.C. Cuff was formerly Head of the Department of Educational Studies at the Didsbury School of Education, Manchester Polytechnic.

A.J. Dennis is Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Sheffield.

D.W. Francis is Senior Lecturer in Sociology at Manchester Metropolitan University.

W.W. Sharrock is Professor of Sociology at the University of Manchester.