The New Sociology for Australians (4e)

As with previous editions, this text is very readable.  It is written in a clear, informal, engaging and lively style and is relatively free of jargon. The text adopts an uncompromising critical stance and is written in a provocative style designed to challenge students to clarify their positions as individuals in the social structure.

1.      Sociology-What is it?
2.      Class, ideology and status
3.      Ways of obtaining knowledges
4.      Learning to belong: Freed and fettered
5.      Families and the public sphere
6.      Health, well being and medicine
7.      All Australians-but some more Australian than others
8.      The benefits of racism
9.      And how old are you?
10.   Education-for equality? Employment? Emancipation?

• Margaret Sargent has lectured in Sociology at the University of Sydney and University of Western Sydney. She has published widely.
• Pam Nilan lectures in Sociology at the University of Newcastle
• Gabriele Winter lectures in Sociology at Charles Sturt University, Wagga Wagga.