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Social Science General

Questioning Sociology

Canadian Perspectives

edited by Myra J. Hird

by (author) George Pavlich

Publisher
Oxford University Press
Initial publish date
Oct 2006
Category
General
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9780199020102
    Publish Date
    Oct 2016
    List Price
    $94.99
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9780195422733
    Publish Date
    Oct 2006
    List Price
    $65.95
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9780195440317
    Publish Date
    Feb 2012
    List Price
    $72.95

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Description

With 18 chapters framed as provocative sociological questions, this collection is designed to draw introductory students into debates about important social topics and theories. Written by leading Canadian scholars specifically for this text, the 18 readings are meant to challenge students'assumptions about their social worlds and encourage them to develop a critical imagination by tackling issues students will find relevant to their lives. Case studies engage the student reader and help to connect the issues to broader sociological themes. Provocative, engaging, and above all relevant, Questioning Sociology is ideal either as a core text for single-semester courses or as a reader/supplement for full-year courses.

About the authors

Myra J. Hird is professor of environmental studies at Queen's University and directs the Canada’s Waste Flow program.

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George Pavlich is Canada Research Chair in Social Theory, Culture, and Law, and Professor of Law and Sociology at the University of Alberta.

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