This book uses authentic readings from college texbooks to teach academic reading, writing, and study skills and introduce students to topics in sociology. A Life in Society 2-Book Set is available (ISBN: 0-521-546702). It includes one copy of the Student's Reading Book and one copy of the Student's Listening Book at a discounted price.

The Student's Listening Book includes one audio CD containing the lecture portion of the audio program. (The complete audio program of warm-up activities, interviews, and lectures is available for purchase separately.)