Social Problems in a Diverse Society, Third Canadian Edition (3rd Edition)

Social Problems in a Diverse Society, Second Edition, emphasizes the centrality of race, class, and gender in understanding people's "lived experiences" and the structure of society. People - especially white women and people of color - are shown not as "victims" of social problems but also as bringing about changes in families, schools, and the workplace. All three of the main sociological theories are included throughout and are presented in an inclusive manner. Contemporary feminist and humanist perspectives are integrated throughout as well. Kendall invites readers to analyze how social policies reflect the various interests and values of the parties involved. For anyone interested in sociology and gender.

Vicki Nygaard teaches undergraduate courses at several British Columbia academic institutions, and is actively engaged in community development work, research, and writing.  Her areas of research include sexuality, racism and globalization.  Nygaard is an innovative and dedicated professor. 

 

Edward Thompson teaches regularly in the sociology department at the University of Toronto, Ryerson University and the University of Waterloo.  He is also a frequent lecturer at Sheridan and Humber Colleges. His areas of research include health care and age.  Thompson brings years of university and community college teaching and “hands on” experience to this text, most recently as coordinator in charge of planning the Health Studies Program in the department of Sociology at the University of Toronto.