Introduction to Contemporary Social Theory
Introduction to Contemporary Social Theory
Summary
This comprehensive and clear introduction to contemporary social theory explores major theoretical traditions from the Frankfurt School to the digital revolution and beyond. Fully revised and updated, this edition considers recent developments in social theory and adds a chapter on the digital revolution and new technological developments.
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Introduction to Contemporary Social Theory by Anthony Elliott
This comprehensive and clear introduction to contemporary social theory explores major theoretical traditions from the Frankfurt School to the digital revolution and beyond. Fully revised and updated, this edition considers recent developments in social theory and adds a chapter on the digital revolution and new technological developments.Anthony Elliott is Research Professor of Sociology at the University of South Australia, where he is Dean of External Engagement and Executive Director of the Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence. He is the author and editor of over 40 books in sociology, including most recently Making Sense of AI: Our Algorithmic World (2022).
Charles Lemert is University Professor and John C. Andrus Professor of Social Theory Emeritus at Wesleyan University. He is the author of many books, including Social Theory: The Multicultural, Global, and Classic Readings (Routledge, 2021).
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| ISBN 13 | 9781138349896 |
| ISBN 10 | 1138349895 |
| Title | Introduction to Contemporary Social Theory |
| Author | Anthony Elliott |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Routledge |
| Year published | 2022-04-25 |
| Number of pages | 552 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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