sociology

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The human swarm

how our societies arise, thrive, and fall
2019
"The . . . story and . . . history of how human society evolved from intimate chimp communities into the sprawling civilizations of a world-dominating species. Explores how the tension between identity and anonymity defines how societies develop, function, and fail. Reveals how mankind created sprawling civilizations of unrivaled complexity--and what it will take to sustain them"--OCLC.

The young Oxford book of the human being

Explores the way the human body works, the origins of human beings, and the various ways that humans live and organize themselves socially and culturally.
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Othello

Of his tragedies, William Shakespeare is best known for plays like Romeo and Juliet and Hamlet. Yet literary critics refer to the tragedy Othello as the most modern of the Bard's plays. Othello's treatment of race and gender make the play relatable to contemporary audiences. Reading Shakespeare Today: Othello examines the history, plot, and literary devices of the play. The book presents an in-depth look at this major work while also positioning Othello in our digital age.
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Reached

Cassias journey began with an error, a momentary glitch in the otherwise perfect facade of the Society. After crossing canyons to break free, she waits, silk and paper smuggled against her skin, ready for the final chapter.

Who we are

Discusses the people and cultures of many nations, including responsibilities and customs, and ways families, neighborhoods and nations throughout the world work together. Includes activities.

Sociology

a very short introduction
2018
A brief introduction to the key theories, people, and practices of sociology.

Twitter culture

on the trustworthiness of tweets
Readers will look at the origins of Twitter and its development as a news source, as well as its darker turn as a source of misinformation and propaganda.

You may ask yourself

an introduction to thinking like a sociologist
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Reproductive rights

2018
Includes a wide range of opinions surrounding issues concerning reproductive rights.
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Heads up sociology

2018
An introduction to sociology, covering theories, sociologists, and important issues such as gender, identity, welfare, consumerism, and more.
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