New Directions in Contemporary Sociological Theory

Written by eminent sociologists, this book introduces and assesses some of the most influential, recent sociological theories. Each chapter explains the theory and describes a related program of empirical research. Chapters are authored by the actual founders (and/or leading exponents) of these theoretical programs; many chapters contain a description of the inception, growth, and present status of the theoretical program. The book covers a broad range of sociological concerns, from the investigation of power and status processes, to social movements and revolutions, to organizational and institutional structures, to world system analysis. Accessibly written for a wide sociological audience, this book is an invaluable introduction for undergraduates and graduates to sociology's most important theoretical advances.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0742508684
• ISBN13: 9780742508682
• Release Date: August 2002
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.2" x 9.2"