Understand modern sociology in context Sociology: Global and Southern African Perspectives, 1st edition, is based on Macionis' Sociology 17th edition and provides you with a comprehensive introduction to the discipline and its distinctive way of looking at the social world. The book considers the context in which it emerges, discussing classical sociological theories as well as decolonial theories with a focus on the Global South and southern African applications. by so doing, theories that are relevant for teaching and learning in South African higher education institutions and beyond are underlined to provide a balanced and comprehensive approach to sociology in this context. With the wide range of learning features this book has to offer, it is ideal for university students of sociology.