The book provides a holistic view of modern sociology. It examines the methods and system of sociological knowledge, the structure and dynamics of culture, the nature of human society, socialization, the statuses and roles that make up the social structure, stratification (classes, estates, castes), social control, deviant behavior and other problems. The textbook is addressed to students of 10? 11 classes of secondary school, lyceums and gymnasiums. It can be useful for first-year students of non-sociological universities, as well as teachers.