Sociology for the 21st Century Author:Tim Curry, Robert Jiobu, Kent Schwirian This introduction to sociology helps individuals explore how they learn and how to use learning strategies for more effective study. Its four-part organization covers specific topics under the headings of: perspective and method, social inequality, social institutions, and working for change. A focus on deviance and crime include... more »s an extensive discussion of crime, crime rates, and the criminal justice system. For those pondering some of the many issues facing society today.« less