Critical Turns in Critical Theory: New Directions in Social and Political Thought (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781845115593)

The contemporary world is one of contingency and risk. We face a range of social and political problems barely imaginable to previous generations. Here the technique of critical social theory is applied to some of the most challenging social and political questions of our time. "Critical Turns in Critical Theory" brings together a diverse range of scholars to discuss a number of issues facing civil society at a regional and global level in recent years. The book explores new theories, critiques, analyses and practices to address debates about risk, responsibility, ethics, communication, the environment, science and technology, gender, identity, development and law. Loosely based on the seminal work of the critical social theorist Piet Strydom, "Critical Turns in Critical Theory" offers a set of perspectives and critiques that reshape some traditional concepts of critical social theory and challenge the liberal consensus which dominates contemporary civil society.

Author: Seamus O'Tuama
ISBN-10: 1845115597
ISBN-13: 9781845115593
Publisher: I. B. Tauris & Company
Language: English
Published: 12/01/2009
Pages: 288
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 1.00d