Contemporary Sociology: An Introduction to Concepts and Theories

Contemporary Sociology is comprehensive, interdisciplinary, comparative, and current. Using his vast experience as teacher and writer of textbooks, M. Francis Abraham presents a contemporary text that goes beyond conventional themes and geographic boundaries to include: Theoretical perspectives and research methods. Key concepts and theories in several branches of the discipline.  Relevant issues in education, economy, population, stratification, minorities, deviance, urbanization and environment. Discussion on major social institutions and organizations in terms of contemporary theoretical orientations not only in sociology but also in other related social sciences. Examples and illustrations drawn from numerous cultural contexts with different value systems, traditions, and practices. Contemporary social issues–electronic communities, environmental movements, sustainable development, gay rights, women and minorities, and globalization and social justice–relevant to both Indian society and the international community. This is a core text for students in sociology in colleges, universities and technical institutes. It is an important classroom tool teachers and will also be immensely useful for competitive examinations.