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This introduction to social theory addresses key issues in sociological, political, and cultural analysis through the unifying theme of social conflict, cohesion, and consent. Structured around the major theorists in the field, Joseph examines such thinkers as Marx and Engels, Gramsci, Durkheim, Parsons, Weber, The Frankfurt School, and Foucault. Through their ideas, core social concepts and key features of modern society are introduced, including structure and agency, ideology, discourse and legitimation, the state, the economy, and civil society. Dealing with both contemporary social debates and established theoretical approaches, Social Theory serves as a uniquely useful introduction for both politics and sociology students.

This textbook introduction to Social Theory is unique in addressing key issues in sociological, political and cultural analysis through an examination of modern theories of social conflict, cohesion and consent.

Presents a history of the use of hegemony in various works, with a discussion of Gramsci and Russian Marxism and other applications. This book discusses the direction to Marx made by Jacques Derrida, and outlines a realist/Marxist alternative. It clarifies the concept of hegemony and its relation to societal processes.

This text offers a concise introduction to Marxism's main ideas and debates in a way that is easily accessible for the reader new to this substantial subject. It first assesses the key thinkers before exploring a number of debates and recent developments in Marxist thought, showing how Marxist thought continues to evolve.

How do influential social ideas contribute to global governance? This book takes an original approach to international relations by looking at the way social ideas help to portray the world in a particular way. Jonathan Joseph begins by analysing the role of important concepts such as globalisation, global civil society, social capital, networks and risk; then examines the role these concepts play in the discourse of international organisations. Using the concept of governmentality, he argues that contemporary social theories help justify contemporary forms of governance. By comparing organisations like the EU and the World Bank, Joseph investigates the extent to which these ideas are influential in theory and in practice.

Wellbeing, resilience and sustainability are three of the most popular ideas in current usage and are said to represent a much-needed paradigm shift in political and policy thinking.

In Turn Your Common Sense into Business Savvy Jonathan's goal is to speak to millions of individuals who have difficulties when it comes to mastering the right ways to use your common sense to become successful. This book will touch on several scenarios that you can run into on your ladder to success and how to tackle those obstacles and come out on top. It will show how to provide honest and positive answers to interviews, how to apply your everyday lifestyle to a bigger picture of leadership, business management, and a great journey to self-discovery. About the Author: Jonathan Joseph is a General Manager of an established high volume restaurant in Washington, D.C.