Sociology: The Essentials 8Th Edition by Margaret L Andersen is a comprehensive textbook that provides an introduction to the study of society and social interactions. The book covers various topics such as culture, social structure, inequality, and globalization. It is written in a clear and concise language that makes it accessible to students and readers interested in sociology.

The book has 496 pages and is a trade paperback with dimensions of 10.9 x 8.6 x 0.7 inches. It weighs 35.3 ounces and is published by Cengage Learning. The author of the book is Margaret L. Andersen, with contributions from Howard Taylor and Kim A. Logio. The book is part of the Mindtap Course List Ser. and was published on January 1, 2014.