Taking Sides: Clashing Views on Controversial Social Issues

This debate-style reader is designed to introduce students to current controversies in sociology and social problems. The readings, which represent the arguments of leading social scientists and social commentators, reflect a variety of viewpoints and are presented in pro/con format. This thirteenth edition has been significantly updated with 15 new selections! Taking Sides titles are supported by the student website Dushkin Online (www.dushkin.com/online/).