Social Movements: An Introduction

by Mario Diani and Donatella della Porta

Book Overview

Social Movements is a comprehensive introduction and critical analysis of collective action in society today. In this new edition, the authors have updated all chapters with the most recent scientific literature, expanded on topics such as individual motivations, new media, public policies, and governance. Draws on research and empirical work across the social sciences to address the key questions in this international field. New edition expands on topics such as individual motivations, new media, public policies, and governance. Has been redesigned in a more user-friendly format.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1405102829
• ISBN13: 9781405102827
• Release Date: February 2006
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Length: 345 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.9" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

More than a starting point

This book is not only a comprehensive introduction to the study of social movements; rather, it presents the "state of art" in the field. The Authors examine several theoretical approaches in a critical way, pointing out their possibilities and limitations. The own object of study -social movements- is examined from various perspectives, from their 'reason de être' to their organizational form and political context. However, it is important to say that the reader will not find a theory or model declared to be "the winner" at any point of the book: the Authors seem to be more concerned with raising questions than answering them. A very interesting book.