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Synopsis 'Essentials of Sociology' is a comprehensive book that offers to readers a global perspective to help them better understand their own lives, provides a strong focus on social diversity that allows them to see the impact of race, class, and gender, and focuses on critical thinking. Covering all aspects of sociology, this book describes sociological investigation, culture, society, interaction in everyday life, groups and organization, deviance, sexuality, social stratification, social class, global inequality, gender stratification, race and ethnicity, politics and government, family, religion, education, population and urbanization. An excellent resource for professionals in the field of sociology. 'Essentials of sociology' is extremely well written and the explanations are quite clear. It is eye-catching and interesting. The additional materials presented in each chapter are very thought provoking and excellent learning devices for students to deal with individually.