The course sets out four basic task for itself.. First, it addresses the question, What is sociology? by illustrating its scope, significance and its power. Second, it sketches the historical emergence of sociology, locating it firmly within the social conditions of the time. Third, it introduces a series of perspectives or schools of thought that inform much sociological practice. Fourth, it introduces to basics of the Czech culture and social life as well as the social stratification of the Czech society.