Seeing Ourselves

This best-selling collection is the only reader that systematically weaves together three types of articlesclassic, contemporary,and cross-culturalfor each general topic typically covered in a sociology course, with a good represention of Canadian scholarship (close to 40%). Classic articles –Provide students with sociological statements of recognized importance and lasting significance. Contemporary articles –Focus on current sociological issues, controversies, and applications. Reveal sociologists at work and demonstrate the importance of on-going research. Cross-cultural articles –Cast sociological insights about the world's striking cultural diversity. With diverse content and authorship, Seeing Ourselves 2nd Canadian edition allows students to explore a variety of topics, issues and debates and exposes them to how various sociologists view the social world.