- Invitation to Sociology by Peter L. Berger, ISBN 0385065299 - This lucid book presents the discipline of sociology to both the general reader and the student. Viewing sociology in the humanist tradition, Berger points out its affinity to history and philosophy, as well as its need for scientific procedures.
- The Best Test Preparation for the CLEP College-Level Examination Program in Introductory Sociology by Research & Education Association, ISBN 0878919031 - Included in this book are three full-length practice exams based on the most recently administered CLEP examination. Every exam question is answered with detailed explanations. Also included is an extensive review of all major topics in sociology, from the pertinent concepts an...
- The Sacred Canopy: Elements of a Sociological Theory of Religion by Peter L. Berger, ISBN 0385073054 - This important contribution to the sociology of religion provides an analysis that clarifies the often ironic interaction between religion and society. Berger is noted for his concise and lucid style.
- Essentials of Sociology: A Down-To-Earth Approach - Essentials of Sociology: A Down-To-Earth Approach
- Gang Leader for a Day: A Rogue Sociologist Takes to the Streets - First introduced in "Freakonomics," here is the full story of Sudhir Venkatesh, the sociology graduate student who infiltrated one of Chicagos most notorious gangs.
- Delizia!: The Epic History of the Italians and Their Food - In this revelatory history of gourmet Italy from antiquity to today, the author of "Cosa Nostra" examines the centuries of religious, political, and sociological events that effectively thrust Italian food into today's global limelight.
- 12: The Elements of Great Managing - The Elements of Great Managing is the long-awaited sequel to the 1999 runaway bestseller First, Break All the Rules. Grounded in Gallup's 10 million employee and manager interviews spanning 114 countries, follows great ma nagers as they harness employee engagement to turn aroun...
- Jump Point: How Network Culture Is Revolutionizing Business - Critical Acclaim for "Jump Point" "This is the "Tipping Point" for geeks."-Guy Kawasaki "Ignore this book at your peril. Tom Hayes has seen the future of business-and it is both scary and exhilarating."-Michael S. Malone, ABCNews.com &quo...
- The Nurture Assumption: Why Children Turn Out the Way They Do - This groundbreaking book, a Pulitzer Prize finalist and "New York Times" notable pick, rattled the psychological establishment when it was first published in 1998 by claiming that parents have little impact on their children's development. In this tenth anniversary ed...
- The Elementary Forms of Religious Life by Emile Durkheim, ISBN 0029079373 - "Karen Fields has given us a splendid new translation of the greatest work of sociology ever written, one we will not be embarrassed to assign to our students. In addition she has written a brilliant and profound introduction. The publication of this translation is an occa...
- Lesbian Epiphanies by Karol L. Jensen, ISBN 1560239646 - From Lesbian Epiphanies: Women Coming Out in Later Life, researchers, social workers, and professors in the fields of sociology, psychology, women's studies, and human sexuality will examine how the traditional, societal roles of women can negatively shape and disrupt female id...
- Religions of America: Ferment and Faith in an Age of Crisis: A New Guide and Almanac by Leo Calvin Rosten, ISBN 0671219715 - This fascinating new book reflects the results of the turmoil and change in the religions of America since Leo Rosten first wrote about them. The first section consists of nineteen articles by distinguished men, each one a recognized authority on the creed for which he speaks, ...
- Gang Leader for a Day: A Rogue Sociologist Takes to the Streets - First introduced in "Freakonomics," here is the full story of Sudhir Venkatesh, the sociology graduate student who infiltrated one of Chicago's most notorious gangs.
- The Blind Side: Evolution of a Game - Its not a jock book. Its not a sociology book. Its a storybook about modern society, ancient virtues, and the power of love, money and talent to do a little good.
- Alien Nation: The Complete Series (Full Frame) - As Newcomers - fugitive slaves from the planet Tencton - Detective George Francisco and his family face prejudice and intolerance as they struggle to assimilate to life on their adopted planet. Together with his human partner, hard-edged Detective Matt Sikes, George walks the b...
- Rest in the Storm: Self-Care Strategies for Clergy and Other Caregivers by Kirk Byron Jones, ISBN 0817013938 - Are You Overdosing on Overcommitment? Even the most committed and competent ministers suffer enormous physical, mental, and spiritual strain. Too many remain in denial about the severity of pastoral stress, even as they are deteriorating emotionally and physically. Drawing from...
- CLEP Introductory Sociology [With CDROM] - Get those CLEP college credits you deserve.. our savvy test experts show you the way to master the test and get the score that gets you college credit. This updated edition features 3 full-length practice exams derived from the actual CLEP exam. Each question is fully answere...
- Raising Adopted Children: Practical, Reassuring Advice for Every Adoptive Parent by Lois Ruskai Melina, ISBN 0060957174 - In this completely revised and updated edition of "Raising Adopted Children," Lois Melina, editor of "Adopted Children" newsletter and the mother of two children by adoption, draws on the latest research in psychology, sociology, and medicine to guide parent...