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The sixth edition of Peter Kivisto's popular anthology, Illuminating Social Life, continues to demonstrate to students how social theories can help them make sense of the swirling events and perplexing phenomena that they encounter in their daily lives.
A perfect complement for sociological theory courses, this updated edition includes 13 original essays by leading scholars in the field that help students better understand and appreciate the relevance of social theory. Once again, Peter Kivisto's collection illuminates the connection between sociological theory and the realities that students are faced with every day, from the Internet, alcohol use, and body building to shopping malls, the working world, and fast-food restaurants.
Cultural Sociology and the Meaning of Music
Cultural Sociology and the Meaning of Music
Scott Appelrouth is Professor of Sociology at California State University, Northridge, where he teaches classical and contemporary theory at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. In addition to his work on music and culture, he is coauthor with Laura Edles of a three-volume theory series published by Sage. His research has appeared in a number of sociology journals, including the American Behavioral Scientist, Cultural Sociology, Poetics, and Sociological Spectrum. His current research interests focus on the intersection of religion, politics, and social movements. Before receiving his PhD from New York University, he was a successful recording and touring musician performing throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe.
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