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Secondly, I assumed from the description that globalisation would get a chapter to itself (as is the case in Giddens' Sociology and Bilton et al's Introductory Sociology), however it was tacked onto the final chapter. I am a student social worker and I am finding this book very helpful as it is clearly written, up-to-date and explains theories and concepts in straightforward language. Consolidate your learning with the quick-reference conclusions and summaries at the end of each chapter.Finally, there are some topics which I feel could have been included that were absent, cities/urban studies and organisational sociology. I studied this when did my applied social science degree, and found it highly relevant to my career. Level: A-level, undergraduate Subject: Sociology Themes and Perspectives is your essential A-level and undergraduate sociology guide. Unlike some social sciences (such as economics), it does not confine itself to one particular area of social life. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.