Social Inequality in a Global Age

By Scott R. Sernau and Sernau Scott

Book Overview

This updated Fifth Edition of Scott Sernau′s acclaimed text provides a sociological framework for analyzing inequality within the United States in the context of global stratification and a rapidly changing world economy. With insightful analysis, the text provides an accessible introduction to stratification systems and the structural and personal realities of growing class divides. Using examples drawn straight from today′s headlines, Sernau explores each dimension of inequality as he analyzes the relationship between changing global power and growing inequalities within countries. Throughout, a focus on social action and community engagement encourages students to become involved, active learners in the classroom and engaged citizens in their communities.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1483373975
• ISBN13: 9781483373973
• Release Date: June 2016
• Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc
• Length: 408 Pages
• Weight: 1.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.9" x 9.9"

Customer Reviews

Great book!

I read this book for my Wealth & Poverty course and I loved it! Sernau describes the political, economical, and social issues that pertain our daily lives in a meticulous engaging fashion. At the end of each chapter you are presented with a couple of discussion questions that tests your comprehension of the book. Furthermore, the author also suggests ways you can participate within your community to tackle key issues he points out in the book. I think this book is essential for readers who are curious about social issues, and also for those who aspire to make a change in this world.