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Social Science: An Introduction to the Study of Society
Social An Introduction to the Study of Society 16e approaches social science from a common-sense perspective, rather than from a conventional social science angle. Readers will see how seemingly diverse disciplines intermingle – anthropology and economics, for example. The goal of the book is to teach students critical thought and problem solving skills that will allow them to approach social issues in an unbiased manner. New to this edition are significant updates Race and the police More comparison/contrasts of deviance and criminality Alternative pathways in criminal justice new technology such as self-driving cars Gay marriage American political dynasties Refugee and immigration issues in Europe & globally American political dynasties China’s growing power New trade initiatives "States" in the Middle East Nuclear arms control Expanded web-based ancillaries for students and teachers
490 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1984
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November 5, 2024
I actually read the 18th edition but that one isn't listed on here.
This book is biased, outdated, inappropriate, and propagandizing.
You'll like this book if you unquestionably believe Western civilization is perfection which needs to be spread and perpetuated until, well, it destroys the planet. Colander tells you that modern Western culture is superior to that of "primitive tribes" just like he tells you that humans are superior to other life (e.g. "The great apes can walk on two legs but they have not *achieved* the humans' erect posture and normally walk on all fours.")
Like this:
"The second inquisition, known as the Spanish Inquisition, was much worse than Inquisition I. It was established by the Spanish rulers Ferdinand and Isabella, the same folks who brought you Christopher Columbus, the New World, and America. (No one is all bad; but no one is all good, either.)"
Ah yes, Ferdinand and Isabella were responsible for the Spanish Inquisition, which is bad... but they're also responsible for financing colonialism! Wow how good!
On a more lightheartedly ridiculous note, Colander explains a bunch of 25 year out-of-date internet abbreviations to the reader like "TTYL" means "Talk to you later".
I hope educators avoid using this book.
Two stars because I learned a few basic things about economics that I hope are correct, but now I have to go actually check elsewhere.
This book is biased, outdated, inappropriate, and propagandizing.
You'll like this book if you unquestionably believe Western civilization is perfection which needs to be spread and perpetuated until, well, it destroys the planet. Colander tells you that modern Western culture is superior to that of "primitive tribes" just like he tells you that humans are superior to other life (e.g. "The great apes can walk on two legs but they have not *achieved* the humans' erect posture and normally walk on all fours.")
Like this:
"The second inquisition, known as the Spanish Inquisition, was much worse than Inquisition I. It was established by the Spanish rulers Ferdinand and Isabella, the same folks who brought you Christopher Columbus, the New World, and America. (No one is all bad; but no one is all good, either.)"
Ah yes, Ferdinand and Isabella were responsible for the Spanish Inquisition, which is bad... but they're also responsible for financing colonialism! Wow how good!
On a more lightheartedly ridiculous note, Colander explains a bunch of 25 year out-of-date internet abbreviations to the reader like "TTYL" means "Talk to you later".
I hope educators avoid using this book.
Two stars because I learned a few basic things about economics that I hope are correct, but now I have to go actually check elsewhere.
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