Micro Social Theory

By Brian Roberts

Book Overview

Micro social theory covers a rich tradition in sociological thinking and research that focuses on the self and social interaction. It includes the work of the Chicago School, Mead, Garfinkel and Goffman amongst others. This book traces the development of the tradition and assesses its contemporary importance. Throughout, the emphasis is on making theory intelligible to an undergraduate audience and demonstrating how it can shed light on substantive issues and contexts.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0333995694
• ISBN13: 9780333995693
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"