Key Concepts in Critical Social Theory

by Nick Crossley

′Clear and accessible – Key Concepts in Critical Social Theory makes difficult ideas available to an undergraduate audience′ - Larry Ray, Professor of Sociology, University of Kent The SAGE Key Concepts series provides students with accessible and authoritative knowledge of the essential topics in a variety of disciplines. Cross-referenced throughout, the format encourages critical evaluation through understanding. Written by experienced and respected academics, the books are indispensable study aids and guides to comprehension. Key Concepts in Critical Social Theory : • Provides brief accounts of the central ideas behind the key concepts of critical social theory • Prepares students to tackle primary texts and/or gives them a point of reference when they find themselves stuck • Discusses each concept in an introductory way • Offers further reading guidance for independent learning • Is essential reading for undergraduates in sociology and across the social sciences.

352 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[Stuart Halford · Rating 4 out of 5]

A really comprehensive introduction to the major theories. My chief criticism is the personality that emerges. The author's instance on the use of qua gets tedious. - reference book qua pretentiousness. The opinions on theory are just that - it is legitimate to critique theory but again the style in which this is done grates.