Social Theory and Modernity (Social Theory Translation Series)

Author: Nigel Dodd
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Publish Date: 2002-02-01
Features: This book is intended as a sociological theory textbook with modernity as its theme. It begins by explaining the works of classical sociologists such as Marx, Weber, Durkheim, and Simmel. The author examines a series of arguments and controversies that touch upon the potential of modern society in social, political, and economic aspects, as well as the apparent failures in realizing their early prospects. These issues are explored through the works of recent social theorists, including the Frankfurt School, Foucault, Baudrillard, Beck, and Giddens.