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UNDERSTANDING CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY
THEORIES OF THE PRESENT |
By: |
Gary Browning (Editor), Abigail Halcli (Editor), Frank Webster (Editor) |
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ISBN 10: |
0761959254 |
ISBN 13: |
9780761959250 |
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Publisher: |
SAGE PUBLICATIONS INC |
Pub. date: |
14 December, 1999 |
Edition: |
Annotated edition |
Pages: |
520 |
Description: |
This is a comprehensive guide to the complexities of social theory today. Over 30 chapters, written by an international team of contributors, demonstrate clearly the practical applications of social theory in helping students to make sense of the modern world. |
Synopsis: |
Understanding Contemporary Society: Theories of the Present is a comprehensive textbook to guide students through the complexities of social theory today. Over 30 chapters, written by an international team of contributors, demonstrate clearly the practical applications of social theory in making sense of the modern world. Students are both introduced to the most significant theories and guided through the major social developments which shape our lives. Key features of the book are: clearly structured and readable prose; bullet pointed summaries and annotated further reading for each topic; makes complex issues accessible to undergraduates; focuses on relevance and practicality; chapter lay-out which is ideal for teaching and seminar readings. |
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US |
Imprint: |
SAGE Publications Inc |
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