Living Theory: The Application of Classical Social Theory to Contemporary Life

by Charles E. Hurst

Book Overview

Living Theory: The Application of Classical Social Theory to Contemporary Life, 2nd edition analyzes major features of modern society from the classical theory point of view, and suggests how modern life might be explained from this viewpoint.

The author examines the works of four classical figures - Marx, Durkheim, Simmel, and Weber - because of their continuing influence on social theory, and because they addressed many of the central...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 020545223X
• ISBN13: 9780205452231
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.4" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Great Book for Sociology Theory Students

This books is great for anyone who is taking an introduction to sociological theory course. Although I never ended up using the book for my paper, my group members did and said it was extremely helpful. Most professors ask students to apply classical theory to today, and this book is meant to facilitate just that! It's short and has a great index to find what you are looking for!