Social Theory: An Introduction

A clear and accessible historical introduction to social theory

This introduction to social theory addresses key issues in sociological, political, and cultural analysis through the unifying theme of social conflict, cohesion, and consent. Structured around the major theorists in the field, Joseph examines such thinkers as Marx and Engels, Gramsci, Durkheim, Parsons, Weber, The Frankfurt School, and Foucault. Through their ideas, core social concepts and key features of modern society are introduced, including structure and agency, ideology, discourse and legitimation, the state, the economy, and civil society. Dealing with both contemporary social debates and established theoretical approaches, Social Theory serves as a uniquely useful introduction for both politics and sociology students.

Author: Jonathan Joseph
Publisher: New York University Press
Published: 03/01/2004
Pages: 218
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.75lbs
Size: 9.06h x 6.06w x 0.52d
ISBN: 9780814742778

About the Author
Joseph, Jonathan: - Jonathan Joseph is a lecturer in international politics at the University of Wales, Aberystwyth. He is author of Hegemony: A Realist Analysis and coeditor (with John Roberts) of Realism, Discourse and Deconstruction.