Synopsis:
The revised and expanded Sixth Edition of Through the Eyes of Social Science maintains the quality and breadth of thought provoking articles that have distinguished previous editions. All areas of social science anthropology, sociology, psychology, economics, political science, history, and geography are covered in accessible, readable selections. Half of the chapters are new to this edition and reflect current issues such as gender discrimination in schools, racial profiling, and the effects of poverty on families. The theme of multiculturalism that ran through past successful editions is made more explicit, with new articles on diversity, gender, and race, many from a feminist perspective. Outstanding features include: 1) discussion questions at the end of each chapter; 2) expansive glossary; 3) detailed maps; 4) nearly 100 boxed items providing alternative viewpoints, such as: Megatrends 2000, Why Study Suicide Rates?, Culture Shock, Globalization, How to Distinguish Good from Bad History, The Cultural Landscape, Karl Marx s New Society, African Genesis, Who Goes to Prison?, Dating Fossils, Voodoo-Reality or Fantasy?, The Story of Who Hunts: Two Tales, Backlash and the White Ethnic Movement, Who Was Freud?, and The Digital and Income Divides; 5) references to Internet sources; and 6) up to date material from Census 2000. Not-for-sale instructor resource material available to college and university faculty only; contact publisher directly.
Review:
"I am ecstatic to find a text that not only clearly addresses the different social science perspectives, but also offers timely readings. It is a text my students will read, and like!" --Sally Dear, Binghamton University
"I was extremely impressed with the amount of detailed information covered. I have been searching for such a book. I believe that my students will benefit as they learn how the difference social sciences affect their lives and society." --Ronald May, Coppin State College
"I especially enjoyed the mix of classic essays and studies with current research and observations about today's burning issues." --Vy C. Calhoun, Norfolk State University
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