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Every society develops mechanisms to regulate behavior and manage economic life—usually through a structured form of governance known as the state. This section explores how different systems of power and economy shape public life, influence individual choice...

Health is never just a biological condition—it’s a social category shaped by norms, institutions, and systems of power.This book explores how societies define illness, assign responsibility, and enforce compliance through medical and behavioral frameworks. Fro...

Where does knowledge begin? This book introduces the essential language and logic of social science research — not as a full guide, but as a foundation for asking better questions and recognizing how evidence shapes understanding.

This book introduces the key concepts and theoretical frameworks that form the foundation of sociological thinking. From broad perspectives like functionalism and conflict theory to specific ideas such as the sociological imagination and social roles, each ent...

This collection explores the essential tools of disciplined thought — including critical thinking, rationality, empiricism, and skepticism. These concepts form the backbone of reasoned inquiry across the social sciences and beyond. Rather than offering rigid d...

What drives thought, emotion, and action? This book looks beneath the surface, tracing behavior to the biological roots of the brain and nervous system.

How do we make sense of human behavior? This book introduces core psychological concepts and theoretical perspectives that shape how we study the mind.

How does the mind process, filter, and act on information—often without us even realizing it?This book examines the mental systems that operate beneath the surface of awareness, shaping perception, memory, decision-making, and attention. From the concept of du...

This book explores various aspects of human awareness, including wakefulness, sleep, and dreams. This collection provides insights into these states, examining their impact on mental processes and daily life.