Introduction to Sociology: A Social Justice Approach

This fascinating collection of readings does what no other introductory textbook has done introduces core sociological insights through readings with a social justice perspective. The articles in the collection were carefully chosen to highlight social inequality, oppression, and real world solutions.

Introduction to Sociology: A Social Justice Approach is an easy-reader that:

- Makes sociology deeply relevant to student's lives.
- Surely ignites stimulating class discussion.
- Offers introductions to contextualize the readings.
- Fits as a perfect alternative to the traditional textbook and can serve as a supplement to a more traditional text.

Ann Strahm is an Assistant Professor of Sociology at California State University, Stanislaus. She earned her Ph.D. from the University of Oregon in 2007. Her areas of expertise include social inequality, political economy, political sociology, and mass media. Ann is also a contributing author for the 11th edition, and co-author for the 12th edition, of Lamanna & Riedmann's, Marriages and Families: Making Choices in a Diverse Society.

Tamara Sniezek is an Associate Professor at California State University Stanislaus. She earned her Ph.D. in Sociology from UCLA in 2002. In addition to teaching Introduction to Sociology, she conducts qualitative research in the areas of family and gender. She recently published an article in Qualitative Sociology on her ethnographic research on weddings.