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Sociological Insight: An Introduction to NonObvious Sociology,Used
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Revised and expanded to incorporate recent research, this classic text now offers a more comprehensive introduction to many of sociology's most interesting and elegant ideas, written with a grace and wit that have delighted a generation of students. Beginning with a central problem that distinguishes sociology from most other ways of looking at the world, Randall Collins examines the limits of human rationality and sociological theories of religion, showing how they open up a general theory of social rituals that holds the key to much of the rest of sociology. With these conceptual tools in hand, he invites students to ponder how sociological analysis can illuminate a variety of urgent topicspower, crime, sex, love, and the position of women in societyas it reveals both their visible social symbols and their paradoxical deep structures. In a new final chapter, Collins stakes out an important role for sociology in the information age, while coming full circle to the theories of rationality and ritual with which he began, showing that artificial intelligence can approximate human creativity only if it can take part in ritual interactions. Uniquely engaging, Sociological Insight dramatizes the major issues and concerns of sociology in a way that gets students thinking and talking, and whets their appetites for more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Sociological Insight' by Randall Collins? A: The main focus of 'Sociological Insight' is to provide a comprehensive introduction to key concepts in sociology, examining human rationality, sociological theories of religion, and the theory of social rituals.
- Q: How many pages does 'Sociological Insight' have? A: 'Sociological Insight' contains 224 pages, making it a concise yet informative read on sociological themes.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: 'Sociological Insight' was published on April 2, 1992, and has been revised and expanded in its second edition.
- Q: Is 'Sociological Insight' suitable for beginners in sociology? A: Yes, 'Sociological Insight' is designed as an introductory text, making it suitable for beginners and those new to sociology.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in its second edition, which includes revisions and expansions based on recent research.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Sociological Insight'? A: The author of 'Sociological Insight' is Randall Collins, a well-known sociologist.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Sociological Insight' have? A: 'Sociological Insight' is available in paperback binding, which makes it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: What are some key topics covered in the book? A: Key topics include power, crime, sex, love, and the position of women in society, all analyzed through a sociological lens.
- Q: Does the book discuss the relevance of sociology in the information age? A: Yes, the new final chapter emphasizes the role of sociology in the information age and discusses the relationship between artificial intelligence and human creativity.
- Q: What makes 'Sociological Insight' engaging for students? A: 'Sociological Insight' is engaging due to its graceful writing style and its ability to provoke thought and discussion on important sociological issues.