Social Closure: The Theory of Monopolization and Exclusion

by Raymond Murphy

Max Weber's concept of social closure states that a dominant group safeguards its position and privileges by monopolizing resources and opportunities for its own group while denying access to outsiders. Using this idea, Murphy here examines the reasons for social inequality in contemporary society. Using Quebec as a case study, He shows how language controls social actions and material interests, and then compares the situation in Canada with those...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0198272685
• ISBN13: 9780198272687
• Release Date: April 1988
• Publisher: Clarendon Press
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.5" x 9.3"