Norbert Elias and Social Theory

Norbert Elias and Social Theory
ISBN-10
1137312114
ISBN-13
9781137312112
Category
Sports & Recreation
Pages
330
Language
English
Published
2013-11-18
Publisher
Springer
Authors
François Dépelteau, T. Landini

Description

This book will compare the approach and works of Norbert Elias, well known for his analysis of the civilizing process, his work on sport and violence and, more largely, his figurational approach, with other important social theories both classical and contemporary.

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