Summarizes the key points about overpopulation and overconsumption by humans and the impacts these have. Includes a few questions to check for understanding.

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This Fordham University site offers sociologist Thorstein Veblen's views on conspicuous consumption, taken from his work, The Theory of the Leisure Class: An Economic Study on Economic Institutions.

Introduction to Sociology 2e adheres to the scope and sequence of a typical, one-semester introductory sociology course. It offers comprehensive coverage of core concepts, foundational scholars, and emerging theories, which are supported by a wealth of engaging learning materials. The textbook presents detailed section reviews with rich questions, discussions that help students apply their knowledge, and features that draw learners into the discipline in meaningful ways. The second edition retains the book’s conceptual organization, aligning to most courses, and has been significantly updated to reflect the latest research and provide examples most relevant to today’s students. In order to help instructors transition to the revised version, the 2e changes are described within the preface.

Understand and apply functionalist, conflict theory, and interactionist perspectives on social stratification