Doing Sociology: Case Studies in Sociological Practice

This successor to the well-knownUsing Sociologycovers standard topics found in any sociology textbook.Doing Sociologywalks lay readers through the steps of doing real-life sociological practices as conducted by experts in the field. The contributors to this volume range from university and college faculty, government sociologists, and practitioners from the private sector. Each of the chapters is by intention and design apersonalstatement, a case study illustrating how the authors practice sociology in their own words and style, giving readers a clearer understanding of what sociologists do outside of teaching in universities. And most importantly, an understanding of what they could do with sociology.

Readable, relevant, and accessible,Doing Sociologyis an invaluable resource as a stand-alone course reader or as a supplement to a traditional textbook.