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.
- ISBN10 0814742777
- ISBN13 9780814742778
- Publish Date 1 March 2004 (first published 13 October 2003)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint New York University Press
- Format Paperback (US Trade)
- Pages 218
- Language English