Sociology: Australian Connections

Marilyn Poole

Allen & Unwin, 2000 - Social Science - 440 pages

This textbook provides a thorough overview of the discipline of Sociology. It introduces the classical figures in sociological thought, and shows how their work can help explain issues in contemporary Australian society. It then examines key aspects of society including the family, health and popular culture, and analyses them in detail. Through real examples, the authors show how to develop a critical approach to social issues. Sociology is an ideal text for Sociology students and introduction for readers in Health, Social Work, Education, Gender Studies and other fields who are seeking a good understanding of sociological thought.

About the author

Ray Jureidini lectures in the Department of Sociology at Monash University; Marilyn Poole is a Senior Lecturer and Sue Kenny is a Lecturer in the School of Social Inquiry at Deakin University.

Bibliographic information

• Title: Sociology: Australian Connections
• Author: Marilyn Poole
• Editor: Ray Jureidini
• Contributor: Susan Kenny
• Edition: 2, illustrated
• Publisher: Allen & Unwin, 2000
• ISBN: 1865081507, 9781865081502
• Length: 440 pages
• Subjects: Social Science / Sociology / General