Essentials of Sociology: A Down-to-Earth Approach takes you on an intellectual adventure of discovery through firsthand accounts of author Jim Henslin's travels around the world. Using his hallmark down-to-earth approach, Henslin presents a sincere, accessible narrative designed to help you gain a better understanding of both society and yourself.

The 13th Edition offers coverage of contemporary topics to reflect the current state of our ever-changing global society. And new Applying Sociology to Your Life boxes contextualize core concepts by providing examples of how you can apply sociology to your own life. These help you to connect with stories on a personal level and to view people with greater empathy.