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Classical Social Theory: A Contemporary Approach
Kenneth H. Tucker
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Description for Classical Social Theory: A Contemporary Approach
Paperback. This text explores the contemporary relevance of classical sociological theory. Tucker examines the work of Marx, Weber, and Durkheim through the lens of new theoretical issues, such as the role of Empire, and the possibilities of democracy implicit in each theorist's perspective. Series: 21st Century Sociology. Num Pages: 280 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JHBA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 16. Weight in Grams: 408.
This accessible, original book is an exploration of the relevance of classical social theory in the contemporary world. It examines the work of Marx, Weber and Durkheim through the lens of new theoretical issues, such as the role of Empire, the problem of cultural differences, and the possibilities of democracy that are implicit in each theorist's perspective.
This accessible, original book is an exploration of the relevance of classical social theory in the contemporary world. It examines the work of Marx, Weber and Durkheim through the lens of new theoretical issues, such as the role of Empire, the problem of cultural differences, and the possibilities of democracy that are implicit in each theorist's perspective.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
Series
21st Century Sociology
Number of Pages
288
Place of Publication
Hoboken, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780631211655
SKU
V9780631211655
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About Kenneth H. Tucker
Kenneth H. Tucker, Jr. is an Associate Professor of Sociology at Mount Holyoke College. He is the author of French Revolutionary Syndicalism and the Public Sphere (1996) and Anthony Giddens and Modern Social Theory (1998).
Reviews for Classical Social Theory: A Contemporary Approach
"A remarkably careful, critical reading of classical social theory, with an extraordinary sensitivity to the balance between past social contexts and present social concerns." Robert Alun Jones, University of Illinois "Readers, particularly students new to sociology and looking for the contemporary relevance of classical social theorists, will learn much from this work". Choice "Tucker's ... Read more