Description: This revised edition of this extremely popular introduction to social theory has been carefully updated with the latest developments in this continually changing field. Remarkably easy to follow and understand, the new edition lives up to its predecessors' goal that students need never be intimidated by social theory again.
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"This is a real treasure. This revised edition continues to focus on essential and practical aspects in major sociological theories. It introduces to readers - with clarity and succinctness - interlocking debates and themes in these theories. Moreover, it provides new exploration on theoretical practice in relations to public sociology and the uncertainties of modernity. I remain highly impressed!"
--Peter Chua, San Jose State University
"For a first taste of the complexity and richness of social theory, this book is excellent. This third edition includes discussions of cutting-edge material. Strongly recommended!"
--Patrick Baert, University of Cambridge
"This is a cool, charming book students and lecturers will enjoy from cover to end."
--Sociological Research Online