Description
| Product ID: | 9781412992787 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | US |
| Title: | The Social Lens |
| Subtitle: | An Invitation to Social and Sociological Theory |
| Authors: | Author: Kenneth Allan |
| Page Count: | 632 |
| Subjects: | Social theory, Social theory |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating An undergraduate introduction to both classical and contemporary social theory. This fully updated edition of Kenneth Allan’s acclaimed social theory text emphasizes the diversity of classical and contemporary theory, critical thinking, and the importance of historical context. Chosen for the diversity of their perspectives and their suitability for introducing students to contemporary social thought, a wide variety of theorists appear in the text with their individual voices vividly intact. The author engages students in the historic and contemporary changes that have spawned diverse social theories and invites them to see theory as an element within a broader range of critical thinking skills that can be applied to current social problems. Contributor to the SAGE Teaching Innovations and Professional Development Award |
| Imprint Name: | SAGE Publications Inc |
| Publisher Name: | SAGE Publications Inc |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2013-07-09 |
