Social Theory as Politics in Knowledge

by Jennifer M. Lehmann

This volume discusses, and manifests, three interrelated perspectives in social theory. First, that all knowledge, including scientific knowledge, is theoretical: there are alternative perspectives, or theories, about any phenomenon. Second, that all knowledge, including scientific knowledge is political: these alternative perspectives are contested, as they are related to different groups with different interests. Third, that all knowledge, including...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 076231236X
• ISBN13: 9780762312368
• Release Date: October 2005
• Publisher: Jai Press Inc.
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.3" x 9.4"