Overview
The second edition of this popular and established text provides a comprehensive guide to 23 of the most influential thinkers in sociology. Written by leading academics in the field, Key Sociological Thinkers 2e provides a clear and contextualized introduction to classical and contemporary theory. Each chapter offers an insightful assessment of different theorist, exploring their lives, works and legacies. Drawing upon examples from the everyday world, an innovative 'Seeing Things Differently' section, in every chapter, demonstrates how these theoretical ideas can be used to illuminate aspects of social life in new ways.Included in this new edition: Four new chapters, looking at Theodor Adorno, Michael Mann, Dorothy Smith and Zygmunt Bauman, Chapter updates on recent developments, An important new introduction, Three types of contents page to provide easy navigation of the text, Useful glossary boxes throughout, with their own dedicated contents page, to highlight and explain complex theoretical ideas. Key Sociological Thinkers 2e provides a stimulating overview of the best of sociological thought, from Karl Marx, Emile Durkheim and Georg Simmel to Nancy Chodorow, Michel Foucault and Anthony Giddens. It continues to be an essential text for all students of sociological theory.
Synopsis
This broad-ranging text offers an accessible introduction to the key international theorists of sociology.
Editorials
From the Publisher
'An excellent collection of papers, covering all the major contributions to sociological thinking. A valuable resource for students and staff alike.' - Dr C.M. Dawson, College of St Mark & St John
“The book gives a short, but very fundamental introduction, to the authors. Very impressing is that each chapter has the same structure and focuses on 'key issues'. - Petra Deger, Institute for Sociology, University Regensburg, Germany
“Interesting collection of pieces concerning many influential sociologists - particularly of merit are the challenges made in discussion of the contemporary usage and application of thinking.” -Andrew Adams, Southampton Solent University, UK