Description: Strong Interaction by Thomas Spence Smith Blending physiology and psychology with historical examples of social change and a model of social systems, this work examines how societies are made possible. The influences of love relationships, attachments, and addictive behaviours in society are also discussed here. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This book brings the body and its passions back into a new theory of social interaction and social order. Building on innovative conceptions of order, change, and organization, Thomas Spence Smith dramatically expands the definition of human interactions that hold societies together. Here he examines the "strong interactions," such as love relationships, attachments, and addictive behaviors, that are inherently unstable—but are integral parts of any social order.Blending physiology and psychology with historical examples of social change and a sophisticated new model of social systems, this book contributes to our understanding how societies are possible. Table of Contents Preface Acknowledgments Introduction 1: Generative Self 2: Strong Attachments 3: Dynamics of Strong Interaction 4: Complex Interaction Systems and Dissipative Structures 5: Love and Its Disintegration 6: Power and Charisma: The Release of the Romantic Impulse 7: Markets and Hierarchies: Social Structure and Strong Interaction Systems 8: Nonequilibrium Functionalism Notes References Index Details ISBN0226764141 Language English ISBN-10 0226764141 ISBN-13 9780226764146 Media Book Format Paperback Year 1995 Imprint University of Chicago Press Place of Publication Chicago, IL Country of Publication United States DEWEY 302 Illustrations 32 line drawings, 2 tables Edition New edition Edition Description Revised Short Title STRONG INTERACTION Pages 330 DOI 10.1604/9780226764146 AU Release Date 1995-06-01 NZ Release Date 1995-06-01 US Release Date 1995-06-01 UK Release Date 1995-06-01 Author Thomas Spence Smith Publisher The University of Chicago Press Publication Date 1995-06-01 Audience Undergraduate 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:161784293;
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ISBN-13: 9780226764146
Book Title: Strong Interaction
Number of Pages: 330 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: Strong Interaction
Publisher: The University of Chicago Press
Publication Year: 1995
Subject: Psychology
Item Height: 225 mm
Item Weight: 502 g
Type: Textbook
Author: Thomas Spence Smith
Subject Area: Social Psychology, Social Organisations
Item Width: 155 mm
Format: Paperback
