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The Essential Weber: A Reader
Sam (Ed) Whimster
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Description for The Essential Weber: A Reader
Paperback. Introduces the work of this key thinker to a new generation of readers, highlighting key themes such as the rise of capitalism and the place of power. Specially translated for this selection, each section is preceded by a short introduction. Editor(s): Whimster, Sam. Num Pages: 432 pages, 1 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPS; JHBA. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 654.
Weber is increasingly being recognised as the theorist of modernity. Avoiding the mistakes of other classical thinkers, his sociological analysis has an increasing validity and relevance. Selected by one of the world's leading Weber scholars, this book introduces the work of this key thinker to a new generation of readers. Central themes highlighted in the collection are: * the developmental logic of world religions * the rise of modern capitalism * the multi-dimensionality of power in societies * the dilemmas of modernity * the theory of social action * ideal types ... Read more
Weber is increasingly being recognised as the theorist of modernity. Avoiding the mistakes of other classical thinkers, his sociological analysis has an increasing validity and relevance. Selected by one of the world's leading Weber scholars, this book introduces the work of this key thinker to a new generation of readers. Central themes highlighted in the collection are: * the developmental logic of world religions * the rise of modern capitalism * the multi-dimensionality of power in societies * the dilemmas of modernity * the theory of social action * ideal types ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
432
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Condition
New
Weight
676g
Number of Pages
432
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780415244275
SKU
V9780415244275
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