Contested Knowledge: Social Theory Today

Contested Knowledge: Social Theory Today
ISBN-10
1444358820
ISBN-13
9781444358827
Series
Contested Knowledge
Category
Social Science
Pages
328
Language
English
Published
2011-09-23
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons
Author
Steven Seidman

Description

Contested Knowledge is a well-established text offering up-to-date perspectives on social theory by one of the most important thinkers of our time. This fourth edition includes an exploration of globalization and a new section on the theories of global and world order. It provides a thoughtful and rigorous, yet highly accessible and reader-friendly account of social theory. Responds to current issues, debates, and new social movements Reviews sociological theory from a truly contemporary perspective Examines both classical and contemporary theories Combines social analysis and moral advocacy to demonstrate how social theory contributes to the making of a better world Challenges social scientists to renew their commitment to the important moral and political role social knowledge plays in public life A thoughtful and rigorous, yet highly accessible and reader-friendly account of social theory An accompanying website containing additional support for lecturers and students is available at www.blackwellpublishing.com/seidman

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