Cultural sociology : an introduction
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Cultural sociology : an introduction
Wiley-Blackwell, 2012
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Includes bibliographical references (p. [201]-217) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Cultural Sociology: An Introduction is the first dedicated student textbook to address cultural sociology as a legitimate model for sociological thinking and research. Highly renowned authors present a rich overview of major sociological themes and the various empirical applications of cultural sociology.
A timely introductory overview to this increasingly significant field which provides invaluable summaries of key studies and approaches within cultural sociology
Clearly written and designed, with accessible summaries of thematic topics, covering race, class, politics, religion, media, fashion, and music
International experts contribute chapters in their field of research, including a chapter by David Chaney, a founder of cultural sociology
Offers a unified set of theoretical and methodological tools for those wishing to apply a cultural sociological approach in their work
Table of Contents
Notes on Authors Preface
Glossary of Terms
Part I: Theory and Method
1 Starting to Write a History of the Present Day: Culture and Sociology
David Chaney
2 Defining Cultural Sociology
3 Methodological Issues in Cultural Sociology
Part II: New Cultural Identities
4 Class, Culture and Social Difference
5 Gender and Sexuality
6 Racism, 'Race' and Difference
7 Bodies and Identities
Part III: Fragmented Ideology
8 Politics and Culture
9 Globalization
10 Culture and Religion
Part IV: Leisure and Lifestyle
11 Popular Music: Place, Identity, Community
12 Fashion Logics and the Cultural Economy: The Social Power of Tastes, Aesthetics and Style
13 Food, Eating and Culture
14 Media, Culture and Public Life
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