Social theory : a new introduction / Mark Murphy.
Murphy, Mark, 1969 June 17- author.
2021
H61.15 .M87 2021
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Title Social theory : a new introduction / Mark Murphy.
Author Murphy, Mark, 1969 June 17- author.
ISBN 9783030783242 (electronic bk.)
3030783243 (electronic bk.)
9783030783235
3030783235
DOI https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-78324-2
Published Cham : Palgrave Macmillan, [2021]
Copyright ©2021
Language English
Description 1 online resource
Other Standard Identifiers 10.1007/978-3-030-78324-2 doi
Call Number H61.15 .M87 2021
Dewey Decimal Classification 300.1
Summary This textbook delivers a new thematic introduction to social theory that explores theoretical issues in their contemporary social contexts. Each chapter is devoted to a specific thematic area, including the state, governance, the economy, civil society, culture, language, knowledge, the self, emotions, the body, and social justice. Each chapter details the key issues for debate and the relevant theories while linking those debates and theories to everyday life. Distributed throughout the chapters are focused sections on key concepts and their research applications, alongside helpful additional detail, including a glossary, further suggested readings, chapter summaries, and questions for discussion. The book also provides useful information on key theoretical movements such as feminism, Marxism, and post-structuralism, as well as biographies of key theorists. As such, it reflects the breadth of social theory and its interdisciplinary nature by drawing on thinkers not just from sociology, but also from philosophy, history, literature, geography, and cultural and gender studies. The book's logical structure and clear pedagogical features make it an appealing and accessible introductory text for students new to social theory. The chapters demonstrate the relevance of social theory to everyday life, such that readers can understand and actively engage with key concepts. Mark Murphy is Reader in Education & Public Policy at the School of Education, University of Glasgow, UK. His published work includes two books on social theory and education.
Bibliography, etc. Note Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Source of Description Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed August 31, 2021).
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1. Introduction
2. The State
3. Governance
4. The Economy
5. Civil Society
6. Culture
7. Language
8. Knowledge
9. Self
10. Emotions
11. The Body
12. Social Justice
13. Conclusion.

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