Understanding social movements : theories from the Classical Era to the present / Steven M. Buechler.
Buechler, Steven M., 1951-
2011
HM711 .B84 2011 (Mapit)
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Understanding social movements : theories from the Classical Era to the present / Steven M. Buechler.
Author
Buechler, Steven M., 1951-
ISBN
9781594519161 paperback alkaline paper
1594519161 paperback alkaline paper
9781594514302 hardcover alkaline paper
1594514305 hardcover alkaline paper
9781594519154
1594519153
Publication Details
Boulder, CO : Paradigm Publishers, c2011.
Language
English
Description
x, 259 p ; 23 cm.
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HM711 .B84 2011
Dewey Decimal Classification
303.48/401
Summary
Social movements have become increasingly central in our world, and social scientists have analyzed them in many different ways. The author traces movement theories from the classical era of sociology to the most recent emphasis on transnational activism. This book identifies the socio-historical context, central concepts, and guiding logic of diverse movement theories. Examining shifting disciplinary boundaries, broader intellectual currents, and prevailing social activism, the author explains why theories posed different questions at different times and why paradigm shifts occurred when they did. -- from Back Cover
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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