Scoping the Social: An Introduction to the Practice of Social Theory (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780335216765)

Social theory is central to the disciplines of sociology, cultural studies, criminology, and media studies. Many students, however, find it difficult to relate theory to their other courses, projects, dissertations and theses, let alone imagine themselves producing theory. In contrast to conventional social theory textbooks that restrict themselves to the description and analysis of theories and what other professionals have said about them, this innovative book shows students how to use, criticise and contribute to the development of theory. Treating theory as a variety of 'visual work' that is intimately connected with the process of empirical investigation, and with the help of clear diagrams and carefully chosen quotations, Part 1 provides an exceptionally clear introduction to the different ways of practicing social theory. Part 2 provides a practical example of how to theorise by producing and demonstrating the effectiveness of a new concept of reflexivity ...

Author: Anthony Woodiwiss
ISBN-10: 0335216765
ISBN-13: 9780335216765
Publisher: Open University Press
Language: English
Published: 12/01/2005
Pages: 192
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 8.95h x 6.08w x 0.46d