An accessible introduction to ideas and concerns of one of sociology’s early founders.
This new volume of the SAGE Social Thinkers series provides a concise introduction to the work, life, and influences of Georg Simmel. It closely examines the writings and ideas of Simmel that introduced a new way of looking at culture and society and helped establish sociology’s place among the academic fields. The book focuses on the key intellectual concerns of Simmel, including the process of individualization, religion, private and family life, cities, and modernization. It is ideal for use as a self-contained volume or in conjunction with other sociological theory textbooks.
- ISBN10 1483310353
- ISBN13 9781483310350
- Publish Date 4 February 2014
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint SAGE Publications Inc
- Format eBook
- Pages 128
- Language English