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Introduction to Sociology

Seventh Edition   Basirico, et al., © 2021, 761 pages

Introduction to Sociology introduces today's students to sociology while making it relevant to their lives. Pedagogical aids include chapter summaries, key terms, and sections for thinking sociologically; end of chapter questions encourage students to assimilate and apply fundamental sociological principles to everyday situations.

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About the Authors

Laurence Basirico person
Laurence "Larry" Basirico earned his BA in sociology from Hofstra University (1972) and his MA (1974) and PhD (1983) at Stony Brook University. He is professor of sociology at Elon University where he has been since 1983. He was chair of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology from 1994 to 2004 and resumed his role as department chair in 2009. Dr. Basirico’s research primarily has been in the areas of social interaction, identity, socialization, the family and culture—as applied specifically to rock groups, arts and crafts communities, family reunions, and marital relationships. His major teaching areas are introduction to sociology, self and society, and the family. Dr. Basirico was also dean of international programs at Elon for five years (2004 to 2009), spearheading one of the most successful study abroad programs in the United States and overseeing efforts to internationalize the campus. While he was dean, Elon won the prestigious Paul Simon Internationalization of the Campus Award, the highest award given by NAFSA: Association of International Educators. In 1988, he joined forces with J. Ross Eshleman and Barbara G. Cashion to write Sociology: An Introduction (Scott Foresman, Little Brown, and then with HarperCollins Publisher), the precursor for this textbook. That book was one of the first sociology textbooks that focused on how students could apply sociology in their lives. He assumed primary responsibility for Introduction to Sociology with BVT Publishing beginning with the 4th edition. Dr. Basirico is married with three children and lives in Burlington, North Carolina. He is a lifelong music lover and learner dedicated primarily to guitar these days, but with a background in piano. He regularly walks around golf courses chasing a little white ball into never-before-seen natural habitats.
Barbara Cashion person
Barbara G. Cashion received her PhD from the University of Maryland and taught at a variety of universities, including Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., and Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania. She has special interest in the sociology of medicine and has worked in group health insurance settings at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) and in the pharmaceutical field.

Dr. Cashion has published on related topics in a variety of journals. She is currently retired from teaching and is living in Hagerstown, Maryland. There she continues to develop her interests in music and fine arts, especially in the sociology of American art. Dr. Cashion has two daughters and four grandchildren.
J. Ross Eshleman person
J. Ross Eshleman, PhD, received his doctorate from Ohio State University and is now professor emeritus at Wayne State University. His past teaching experience includes serving as department chair of sociology at Wayne State University and Appalachian State University, two Fulbright grants to the Philippines at the University of Santo Tomas and De La Salle College, a year with the National Science Foundation, and two university teaching awards.

Dr. Eshleman has directed five institutes for teachers of high school sociology with grants through the National Science Foundation. His publications include numerous editions (ten of his own and two co-authored) of a sociology of the family text.

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New to This Edition

The seventh edition of Introduction to Sociology features the following:
  • Extensive updates. We have carefully reviewed all chapters and revised them to reflect the latest studies and statistics, with updated figures, tables, and photos.
  • Improved accuracy. We have thoroughly vetted the accuracy and veracity of all content, checked all citations, and made updates as necessary.
  • Upgraded vignettes. We have refreshed the vignettes and added some brand-new ones for this edition.
  • A modern approach. We have taken special steps to make sure sensitive topics are discussed in an informed, respectful, and mature way.
  • A comprehensive rewrite. We have taken the time to rewrite large sections of the body text to make it as readable, enjoyable, and engaging as possible.
  • Fully updated ancillaries. We have overhauled the entire ancillary set to match the quality, accuracy, and veracity of this new edition.
In order to make this edition more current, many topics—both in the vignettes and throughout the chapters—have been completely reworked. These include such diverse and relevant topics as transgender issues (Chapter 6), gender roles (Chapter 6), Islam and its influence on politics (Chapter 13), and corporal punishment (Chapter 13), as well as many more.

In the interest of continuing to emphasize the relevance of sociology in everyday life, a special feature has been added for this edition. All-new Sociology Students in Real Life vignettes are sprinkled throughout the book, featuring true stories from former sociology students detailing how their education has helped them in their careers and lives. Current students will see how a degree in sociology can give you a leg up—no matter what career path you follow.

In short, this book has been improved in every respect while still maintaining its core emphasis on the real-world applications of sociology—in not only a professional context but a personal one as well.

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