Classes, Power, And Conflict: Classical And Contemporary Debates
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Few questions have animated modern social thought more fiercely than those of class, power, and conflict — and Classes, Power, and Conflict: Classical and Contemporary Debates brings together the most formidable voices in that ongoing struggle. Edited by two towering figures in contemporary sociology, Anthony Giddens and David Held, this landmark anthology assembles a sweeping range of classical and contemporary texts that chart the contested terrain of social stratification, political authority, and the structural forces that shape human societies. From the foundational arguments of Marx and Weber to the sophisticated interventions of twentieth-century theorists, the collection presents a rigorous and comprehensive map of how thinkers across generations have understood inequality, domination, and the dynamics of social change. The anthology's intellectual breadth is its defining strength, drawing together perspectives that span Marxist theory, Weberian sociology, elite theory, and critical social science in a single authoritative volume. Giddens and Held's editorial vision is precise and purposeful, arranging the material to illuminate points of convergence and sharp disagreement, allowing readers to trace the evolution of key debates rather than encounter isolated arguments. As a foundational text in the sociology of class and power, it has shaped curricula and research agendas across the English-speaking world since its publication. For students and scholars alike, it remains an indispensable reference — one that raises as many questions as it resolves.
Author: Anthony Giddens And David Held
Format: Paperback
Genre: Society & culture
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Few questions have animated modern social thought more fiercely than those of class, power, and conflict — and Classes, Power, and Conflict: Classical and Contemporary Debates brings together the most formidable voices in that ongoing struggle. Edited by two towering figures in contemporary sociology, Anthony Giddens and David Held, this landmark anthology assembles a sweeping range of classical and contemporary texts that chart the contested terrain of social stratification, political authority, and the structural forces that shape human societies. From the foundational arguments of Marx and Weber to the sophisticated interventions of twentieth-century theorists, the collection presents a rigorous and comprehensive map of how thinkers across generations have understood inequality, domination, and the dynamics of social change. The anthology's intellectual breadth is its defining strength, drawing together perspectives that span Marxist theory, Weberian sociology, elite theory, and critical social science in a single authoritative volume. Giddens and Held's editorial vision is precise and purposeful, arranging the material to illuminate points of convergence and sharp disagreement, allowing readers to trace the evolution of key debates rather than encounter isolated arguments. As a foundational text in the sociology of class and power, it has shaped curricula and research agendas across the English-speaking world since its publication. For students and scholars alike, it remains an indispensable reference — one that raises as many questions as it resolves.