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Informationen zum Autor George Ritzer is Distinguished University Professor at the University of Maryland. His books include The McDonaldization of Society (6th edn.! 2011)! The Globalization of Nothing (2nd edn.! 2007) Globalization: A Basic Text (2010). Ritzer has also received the American Sociological Association's Distinguished Contribution to Teaching Award. Klappentext The Wiley-Blackwell Companion to Sociology presents a comprehensive and balanced overview of the major topics and emerging trends in the discipline of sociology today. Original chapters - carefully compiled and edited by award-winning sociology professor George Ritzer - represent the most cutting-edge work by leading sociological thinkers and bright emerging scholars from around the globe. After providing insights into research methods and theoretical foundations of classic and contemporary sociology! a variety of established sociological issues are explored - ranging from culture and crime to sexuality and politics. A final section of chapters features some of the latest sociological considerations! including the future of capitalism! terrorism! and emerging technologies. Reflecting the most innovative ideas and trends shaping the contemporary state of the discipline! The Wiley-Blackwell Companion to Sociology boldly paves the way for the future of sociological thought. Zusammenfassung Featuring a collection of original chapters by leading and emerging scholars! The Wiley-Blackwell Companion to Sociology presents a comprehensive and balanced overview of the major topics and emerging trends in the discipline of sociology today.* Features original chapters contributed by an international cast of leading and emerging sociology scholars* Represents the most innovative and 'state-of-the-art' thinking about the discipline* Includes a general introduction and section introductions with chapters summaries by the editor Inhaltsverzeichnis Notes on ContributorsIntroductionPart I: IntroductionPart II: Basic Topics in SociologyPart III: Cutting Edge Issues in SociologyIndex ...
