This thoroughly modern new edition of Kendall's Sociology in Our Times receives high praise from students and instructors alike due to its up-to-date approach and unique Lived Experiences -- features that you won't find in any other book of its kind! Kendall's Lived Experiences let you see how sociological theory and research can be applied to everyday life and to pressing social issues we face in our diverse society. More than a text, this book is an experience in sociology, showing you how the field involves vital questions and issues that confront you every day of your life. - Back cover.