Social Inequality in a Global Age [Paperback]

Social Inequality in a Global Age examines systems of inequality in the U.S. based on race, class, gender, and sexuality, as well as the dynamics of power and privilege. While the focus is on the U.S., the book discusses the interplay of systems of inequality in the U.S. and the changing global economy. Social Inequality in a Global Age examines systems of inequality in the U.S. based on race, class, gender, and sexuality, as well as the dynamics of power and privilege. While the focus is on the U.S., the book discusses the interplay of systems of inequality in the U.S. and the changing global economy. Part I Roots of Inequality
Chapter 1 The Gordian Knot of Race, Class, and Gender
Dimensions of an Unequal World
Intersections of Race, Class, and Gender in the United States
The Development of Inequality: Race, Class, and Gender Across Societies
A Social Network Understanding of Inequality
Key Points
For Review and Discussion
Making Connections
Chapter 2 The Great Debate
The Historical Debate
The Sociological Debate
Max Weber and Life Chances
Reframing the Debate
Key Points
For Review and Discussion
Making Connections
Chapter 3 The Global Divide: Inequality Across Societies
Worlds Coming Apart and Coming Together
The Double Divide
The Gap Within Nations
The Global Debate
Globalization: The Ties That Bind
Immigration: Seeking to Cross the Divide
The Market Paradox
Key Points
For Review and Discussion
Making Connections
Making a Difference
Part II Dimensions of Inequality
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