Theories of the Information Society by Frank Webster

Theories of the Information Society by Frank Webster

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Talking about information explosion, this third edition takes a sceptical look at what thinkers mean when they refer to the Information Society, examining the major post-war theories and approaches to informational development. It is aimed at students of social theory and those interested in social and technological change in the post-war era.

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Theories of the Information Society by Frank Webster

Coping in an era of information flows, of virtual relationships and breakneck change poses challenges to one and all. In Theories of the Information Society Frank Webster makes sense of the information explosion, taking a sceptical look at what thinkers mean when they refer to the 'Information Society' and critically examines the major post-war theories and approaches to informational development. This third edition brings the book right up to date with both new theoretical work and, social and technological changes (such as the rapid growth of the Internet and accelerated globalization), reassessing the work of key theorists in light of these changes. This book is essential reading for students of contemporary social theory and anybody interested in social and technological change in the post-war era. It addresses issues of central concern to students of sociology, politics, communications, information science, cultural studies, computing and librarianship.
City University, UK
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ISBN 13 9780415406338
ISBN 10 0415406331
Title Theories of the Information Society
Author Frank Webster
Series International Library Of Sociology
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published 2006-08-11
Number of pages 304
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