The book guides the student and scholar through the vast array of approaches and frameworks that shape contemporary analysis of social reality. The principal focus is on post-classical modern social theory, but while major post-classical thinkers such as Habermas, Foucault and Derrida are examined, they appear within the context of a classical tradition developed by figures such as Parsons, Goffman and Elias. Organized by themes rather than theorists, 18 essays by the world's leading social theorists provide insights to the traditions of classical social thought as well as the major debates and developments in contemporary social theory. Extensive bibliographies, meanwhile, provide a guide to the current literature.
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The book guides the student and scholar through the vast array of approaches and frameworks that shape contemporary analysis of social reality. The principal focus is on post-classical modern social theory, but while major post-classical thinkers such as Habermas, Foucault and Derrida are examined, they appear within the context of a classical tradition developed by figures such as Parsons, Goffman and Elias. Organized by themes rather than theorists, 18 essays by the world's leading social theorists provide insights to the traditions of classical social thought as well as the major debates and developments in contemporary social theory. Extensive bibliographies, meanwhile, provide a guide to the current literature.
Imprint | Blackwell Publishers |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Release date | 2000 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | April 2000 |
Authors | B. Turner |
Dimensions | 252 x 180 x 30mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 592 |
Edition | 2nd Edition |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-631-21366-6 |
Barcode | 9780631213666 |
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LSN | 0-631-21366-X |