<div><i><b>This print textbook is available for students to rent for their classes. The Pearson print rental program provides students with affordable access to learning materials, so they come to class ready to succeed. </b></i><i><br><br>For courses in Introductory Sociology</i><br>&nbsp;<br><b>A down-to-earth approach to sociology</b><br>With <i><b>Essentials of Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach</b></i>, author Jim Henslin takes students on an intellectual adventure of discovery through firsthand accounts of his travels around the world, original photographs, and personal reflections. Using his hallmark down-to-earth approach, Henslin presents a relatable, sincere, student-friendly narrative that centers around a traditional three-perspectives framework. The <b>13th Edition</b> of Henslin&#39;s brief text includes engaging new content &mdash; such as <i>Applying Sociology to Your Life</i> feature boxes &mdash; to help students gain a better understanding of both society and themselves.</div>

1. The Sociological Perspective<br>2. Culture<br>3. Socialization<br>4. Social Structure and Social Interaction<br>5. Social Groups and Formal Organizations<br>6. Deviance and Social Control<br>7. Global Stratification<br>8. Social Class in the United States<br>9. Race and Ethnicity<br>10. Gender and Age<br>11. Politics and the Economy<br>12. Marriage and Family<br>13. Education and Religion<br>14. Population and Urbanization<br>15. Social Change and the Environment   

<p>In <em><strong>Essentials of Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach</strong></em>, author Jim Henslin takes you on an intellectual adventure of discovery. You'll explore key sociology concepts, illuminated by Henslin's firsthand accounts of his travels, original photographs, and personal reflections. The text's investigative approach to topics, such as issues of sex and gender, the sociological impacts of technology, and the future of education, will help you gain a better understanding of society and yourself.</p><p>The <strong>13th Edition</strong> of Henslin's brief text offers engaging new content. Updates include relevant developments in technology and health and medicine, and revised features boxes that connect sociology to contemporary topics.</p>

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<p>For courses in Introductory Sociology.</p><h3>A down-to-earth approach to sociology</h3><p><strong><cite>Essentials of Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach</cite></strong> takes students on an intellectual adventure of discovery through firsthand accounts of author Jim Henslin's travels around the world. Using his hallmark down-to-earth approach and a traditional 3-perspectives framework, Henslin presents a sincere, accessible narrative that helps students gain a better understanding of both society and themselves.</p><p>The <strong>13th Edition</strong> offers coverage of contemporary topics to reflect our ever-changing global society. And new Applying Sociology to Your Life boxes help students contextualize and frame core concepts within their own lives.</p>

<div class="c-no-headers-number-list_container"><ol><li>The Sociological Perspective</li><li>Culture</li><li>Socialization</li><li>Social Structure and Social Interaction</li><li>Social Groups and Formal Organizations</li><li>Deviance and Social Control</li><li>Global Stratification</li><li>Social Class in the United States</li><li>Race and Ethnicity</li><li>Gender and Age</li><li>Politics and the Economy</li><li>Marriage and Family</li><li>Education and Religion</li><li>Population and Urbanization</li><li>Social Change and the Environment</li></ol></div>

<p><strong><cite>Essentials of Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach</cite></strong> takes you on an intellectual adventure of discovery through firsthand accounts of author Jim Henslin's travels around the world. Using his hallmark down-to-earth approach, Henslin presents a sincere, accessible narrative designed to help you gain a better understanding of both society and yourself.</p><p>The <strong>13th Edition</strong> offers coverage of contemporary topics to reflect the current state of our ever-changing global society. And new Applying Sociology to Your Life boxes contextualize core concepts by providing examples of how you can apply sociology to your own life. These help you to connect with stories on a personal level and to view people with greater empathy.</p>

Jim M. Henslin

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