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This unique text mainstreams global contents helping students see how sociological forces are at the same time both very similar and very different throughout the world, offering students the opportunity to learn about themselves and gain a greater understanding of the world in which we live. The text blends classic sociological statements with the latest research from leading publications in the field and the most recent statistical data available and is also updated to include coverage of significant sociological events, such as the War on Terrorism and the Iraq War. Salient Features NEW—Sociology@Work—Includes new information about careers in sociology and how sociology impacts other careers. An icon highlights discussion of career-related material. Shows students the relevancy of sociology to the world of work and information about careers in sociology. NEW—In the Times—Features recent articles from The New York Times from the past 12 months. Offers students real examples of sociological concepts and issues. NEW—Student Snapshots—Offers a graphical glimpse of trends in the behavior and opinions of college students based on surveys conducted by the Higher Education Institute at the University of California at Los Angeles since 1968. Allows students to see how their opinions compare with college students across the country. NEW—Also available as part of Prentice Hall Sociology Custom Choices—Build your own customized edition of this textbook! For more information, please visit: http://www.pearsoncustom.com/phcustomchoices/macionis.html Global perspective—The first text to mainstream global content. Each chapter explores global social diversity and explains why social trends in the United States are influenced by what happens elsewhere. Currency—Blends classic sociological statements with the latest research from leading publications in the field and the most recent statistical data available. The text is also updated to include coverage of significant sociological events, such as the War on Terrorism and the Iraq War. Unparalleled Map Program—Macionis's Sociology pioneered the use of global and national maps. Windows on the World maps are sociological maps offering a comparative look at issues around the world. Seeing Ourselves maps help illustrate the social diversity of the United States. Highlights for students factors of race, class and gender so they can see how issues of diversity impact individuals and society in the United States and across the globe.