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Paperback. Discusses debates in which there is currently much interest (overlaps with the themes of 'Habermas and Modernity', which has been discussed very widely indeed). The author is one of the foremost writers in social theory and cultural studies today. Develops an original argument about the position of intellectuals in the contemporary world. Num Pages: 224 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFCX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 149 x 229 x 13. Weight in Grams: 340.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1989
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
New Ed
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745607900
ISBN
9780745607900
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.73

Paperback. This major new book is the most up--to--date account of current feminist debates, written by some of the worlda s leading feminist thinkers. The 1980s saw a devastating critique of the simple unities of woman or womana s experience as a theoretical basis for feminist politics. Editor(s): Phillips, Revd Dr Anne. Num Pages: 240 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 338.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745607955
ISBN
9780745607955
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.93

Hardback. This new book draws on anthropology, feminism and psychoanalysis to develop an original and provocative theory of gender and of how we become sexed beings. Written not just for professional scholars and for students but for anyone with a serious interest in how gender and sexuality are conceptualised, experienced and imagined. Num Pages: 284 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSJ; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 587.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
284
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745608082
ISBN
9780745608082
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.77

Hardback. In this major work, Bourdieu examines the distinctive forms of power - political, intellectual, bureaucratic and economic - by means of which contemporary societies are governed. Num Pages: 504 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFSC; JNMN; KNV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 162 x 36. Weight in Grams: 880.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
504
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745608242
ISBN
9780745608242
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 85.43

Paperback. Focuses on the work of Umberto Eco - one of Europe's best-known writers and intellectuals. This title covers the range of Eco's work, from his theoretical writings on semiotics to his best-selling novels. It assesses the influence of Eco's work on contemporary culture. Series: Key Contemporary Thinkers. Num Pages: 212 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2ADT; DSBH; HPCF; JFCX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 15. Weight in Grams: 336.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
212
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745608501
ISBN
9780745608501
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.66

Paperback. aeo This is new in paperback. aeo This book is the first comprehensive discussion of the life and work of Americaa s finest comedian. aeo The hardback sold extremely well, and was widely and favourably reviewed. Num Pages: 230 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1KBB; APF; BGF; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 16. Weight in Grams: 398.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
230
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745608907
ISBN
9780745608907
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.93

Hardback. aeo This is the first new interpretation to be made of the role of the intellectual for many years. aeo It has a strongly comparative approach. aeo The author is well known for his work on social movements. aeo This is the first new interpretation to be made of the role of the intellectual for many years. Num Pages: 224 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFC; JFSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 501.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745609041
ISBN
9780745609041
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.77

Paperback. This book examines the debates around modernity and postmodernity from the viewpoint of feminist theory. The author assesses classical social theory, theories of the Enlightenment and the more recent modernity/postmodernity debates arguing that at each stage, social theory has failed to give enough attention to questions of gender. Num Pages: 208 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 308.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745609287
ISBN
9780745609287
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.66

Paperback. This text is one of the first systematic attempts to explore the points of convergence between feminist theory and the work of Michel Foucault. Addressing some of the most important issues in feminist theory and contemporary social thought it will quickly become the established text in the area. Num Pages: 224 pages, 0. BIC Classification: HPCF; JFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 152 x 229 x 13. Weight in Grams: 332.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745609393
ISBN
9780745609393
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 23.77

Paperback. aeo This is an original and timely book given the current rise in ethnicised politics. aeo The book is theoretically innovative -- bringing together current developments in sociological theory in relation to ethnic and "race" relations. aeo The book is highly comparative, including material from US, Continental Europe and the UK. Editor(s): Rattansi, Ali; Westwood, Sallie. Num Pages: 312 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFC; JFF; JFSL1; JHMP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 17. Weight in Grams: 460.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
312
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745609423
ISBN
9780745609423
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.46

Hardback. * A sophisticated account of the work of key German thinkers, including Benjamin and Simmel, and their writings about the city. * Will have a wide--ranging approach, appealing to students and scholars of social theory but also urban studies and architecture. * Features 15 illustrations. Num Pages: 392 pages, 0. BIC Classification: AMA; JFC; JFSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 238 x 160 x 33. Weight in Grams: 688.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
392
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745609676
ISBN
9780745609676
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 79.10

Hardback. This remarkable and engaging book examines the intellectual and cultural life of turn--of--the--century Vienna, one of the most important centres of creativity in Europe. Le Rider uses the notion of identity to bring together diverse aspects of the Viennese fin de siecle in a new and illuminating way. Num Pages: 380 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1DFA; 1DFG; HBJD; HBLL; JFCX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 159 x 29. Weight in Grams: 684.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
380
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745609706
ISBN
9780745609706
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 85.43

Paperback. Knowing Women explores some of the most exciting and new developments in feminist theory, engaging the reader as an active participant in critical debates concerning the status of women as both objects and subjects of knowledge. Editor(s): Crowley, Helen; Himmelweit, Susan. Num Pages: 404 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 558.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
404
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745609768
ISBN
9780745609768
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.79

Paperback. Defining Women is a major in--depth analysis of the social, economic and political position of women in contemporary societies. It explores the ways in which social institutions, practices and discourse define women and their position in present--day societies. Editor(s): Pringle, Rosemary. Num Pages: 336 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFSJ1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 0. Weight in Grams: 558.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745609805
ISBN
9780745609805
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.46

Paperback. This book presents a series of pioneering studies which together constitute a reappraisal of our understanding of the relationship between gender and history. Num Pages: 288 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; HBTB; JFSJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 154 x 16. Weight in Grams: 414.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745609843
ISBN
9780745609843
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.19

Paperback. * A comprehensive overview of leading approaches to social stratification* Will be a leading textbook in this field* Scott develops an original contribution to the debate elaborating his own synthesis and position. . Num Pages: 296 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSC; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 161 x 230 x 16. Weight in Grams: 434.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745610429
ISBN
9780745610429
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 28.46

Paperback. After the success of the hardback, students and academics will welcome the publication of this book in paperback. The aim of the book is to explore the connection between two perspectives that have had a profound effect upon contemporary thought: post--modernism and feminism. Num Pages: 224 pages, 0. BIC Classification: HPCF; JFC; JFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 324.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
New Ed
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745610481
ISBN
9780745610481
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.93

Paperback. Janet Todd is one of the leading authorities on seventeenth- and eighteenth-century women writers. The author discusses women and issues of gender from the Restoration to Romanticism. She examines the complex connections between art and life as revealed by women authors. The author's previous books have sold well. Num Pages: 192 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBD; JFSJ1; JHBZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 274.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745610559
ISBN
9780745610559
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.68

Hardback. This study re-examines the nature of Greek politics and democracy, and explores the ways in which they have been perceived since the Renaissance. It shows how the nature of political life in Ancient Greece has been interpreted and re-interpreted throughout the centuries. Num Pages: 220 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; JFCX; JPHV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 163 x 21. Weight in Grams: 466.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745610801
ISBN
9780745610801
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.77

Paperback. A new emphasis on diversity and difference is displacing older myths of nation or community. A new attention to gender, race, language or religion is disrupting earlier preoccupations with class. But the welcome extended to heterogeneity can bring with it a disturbing fragmentation and closure. Num Pages: 192 pages, 0. BIC Classification: JFFK; JPA; JPHV; JPQB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 153 x 15. Weight in Grams: 280.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745610979
ISBN
9780745610979
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.93

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