Introducing Social Theory by Pip Jones (English) Paperback Book

Description: Introducing Social Theory by Pip Jones, Liz Bradbury This revised edition of this extremely popular introduction to social theory has been carefully and thoroughly updated with the latest developments in this continually changing field. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This revised edition of this extremely popular introduction to social theory has been carefully and thoroughly updated with the latest developments in this continually changing field. Written in a refreshingly lucid and engaging style, Introducing Social Theory provides readers with a wide-ranging, well organized and thematic introduction to all the major thinkers, issues and debates in classical and contemporary social theory. Introducing Social Theory traces the development of social theorizing from the classical ideas about modernity of Durkheim, Marx and Weber, right up to a uniquely accessible review of the contemporary theoretical controversies in sociology that surround post-colonialism, gender and feminist theories, and public sociology. The ideal textbook for students of sociology at all levels, from A-level to undergraduates, Introducing Social Theory is remarkably easy to follow and understand. This new edition lives up to its predecessors goal that students need never be intimidated by social theory again. Notes 3rd edition. Revised edition of this accessible and hugely popular introduction, it includes all major thinkers, issues and debates in classical and contemporary social theory. Author Biography Pip Jones is a former Principal Lecturer in Sociology at Anglia Ruskin UniversityLiz Bradbury is a Principal Lecturer in Sociology at Anglia Ruskin University Table of Contents 1. An Introduction to Sociological Theories2. Marx and Marxism3. Max Weber4. Emile Durkheim5. Interpretive Sociology: Action Theories6. Language, Discourse and Power in Modernity: JÜrgen Habermas and Michel Foucault7. Social Structures and Social Action8. Feminist and Gender Theories9. Sociology and Its Publics Review "This is a real treasure. This revised edition continues to focus on essential and practical aspects in major sociological theories. It introduces to readers - with clarity and succinctness - interlocking debates and themes in these theories. Moreover, it provides new exploration on theoretical practice in relations to public sociology and the uncertainties of modernity. I remain highly impressed!"—Peter Chua, San Jose State University "For a first taste of the complexity and richness of social theory, this book is excellent. This third edition includes discussions of cutting-edge material. Strongly recommended!"—Patrick Baert, University of Cambridge "This is a cool, charming book students and lecturers will enjoy from cover to end."—Sociological Research Online Review Text "This is a real treasure. This revised edition continues to focus on essential and practical aspects in major sociological theories. It introduces to readers - with clarity and succinctness - interlocking debates and themes in these theories. Moreover, it provides new exploration on theoretical practice in relations to public sociology and the uncertainties of modernity. I remain highly impressed!" Peter Chua, San Jose State University "For a first taste of the complexity and richness of social theory, this book is excellent. This third edition includes discussions of cutting-edge material. Strongly recommended!" Patrick Baert, University of Cambridge "This is a cool, charming book students and lecturers will enjoy from cover to end." Sociological Research Online Review Quote "This is a real treasure. This revised edition continues to focus on essential and practical aspects in major sociological theories. It introduces to readers - with clarity and succinctness - interlocking debates and themes in these theories. Moreover, it provides new exploration on theoretical practice in relations to public sociology and the uncertainties of modernity. I remain highly impressed!" Peter Chua, San Jose State University "For a first taste of the complexity and richness of social theory, this book is excellent. This third edition includes discussions of cutting-edge material. Strongly recommended!" Patrick Baert, University of Cambridge "This is a cool, charming book students and lecturers will enjoy from cover to end." Sociological Research Online Details ISBN1509505059 Pages 280 Year 2017 ISBN-10 1509505059 ISBN-13 9781509505050 Format Paperback Edition 3rd Place of Publication Oxford Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 301 Author Liz Bradbury Media Book Language English UK Release Date 2017-11-17 NZ Release Date 2017-11-17 Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd Edition Description 3rd edition Publication Date 2017-11-17 Imprint Polity Press Replaces 9780745635231 Alternative 9781509505043 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education AU Release Date 2017-11-16 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:97686881;

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