Key Concepts in Classical Social Theory

I think this will prove to be a very useful text for undergraduate students. Alex Law has produced a comprehensive list of key classical social theory concepts and provides an accessible account of the meaning of central terms, their place in the work of the classical analysts considered and the contemporary significance of their ideas. In addition he has offered useful additional reading guidance from which students will derive considerable benefit. I would certainly recommend the text to my students and I think they would find it a very useful addition to the library
Barry Smart
University of Portsmouth

In Key Concepts in Classical Social Theory individual entries introduce, explain and contextualize the key topics within classical social theory. Definitions, summaries and key words are developed throughout with careful cross-referencing, allowing students to move effortlessly between core ideas and themes.
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Each entry provides:
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• Clear definitions
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• Lucid accounts of key issues
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• Up-to-date suggestions for further reading
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• Informative cross-referencing
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Relevant, focused and accessible, this book will provide students with an indispensible guide to the central concepts of classical social theory. -- Dr Charles Mugisha * drupal *
Very useful Level 4 text -- Dr Donna Woodhouse * drupal *
Very useful Level 4 text -- Dr Donna Woodhouse * drupal *
Very useful orienting text -- Dr Donna Woodhouse * drupal *
a useful text for health professionals wanting to get to grips with social theory and will help develop their awareness of how these theories influence their own study. -- Dr Nikki Petty * drupal *
Great resource both for those who make their first steps in social sciences and for those needing to brush up their familiarity with the key concepts. -- Dr Piotr Goldstein * drupal *
This is a very useful reference source that students can use to get brief introductions to key Sociological concepts before moving on to more detailed texts. -- Dr Serena Bufton * drupal *
A well structured, and clearly and elegantly written introduction to classical sociological theory. The concepts are well explained and well organised. -- Dr Stephen Brown * drupal *
A very useful text that has been recommended to the students completing the Sociology degree programme here. It covers the key concepts from the key ′players′ and moves beyond by providing some illuminating historical information. -- Mr Adam Spiller * drupal *
An excellent resource for both tutors and students alike at all undergraduate levels. It is in a very readable form and can sufice as a sort of dictionary as well. -- Mr Michael Mahadeo * drupal *
A quick reference to key ideas - perfect as a refresher/reassurance that you are on the right lines. Very useful reference for me as a teacher outside of the social sciences - and for some of my students who are interested in more abstract ideas. -- Ms Isobelle Madden * drupal *