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"Contested Knowledge" is a sociological theory text designed for undergraduate or graduate courses. From the classical sociologists (Durkheim, Marx and Weber), to contemporary social theories and movements, including feminism, poststructuralism, African-American thought and "queer theory"), Professor Seidman presents his approach to the tradition of sociological theory and its established canon. Combining social analysis and moral advocacy, "Contested Knowledge" shows how social theory can work within the public, political sphere and can contribute to the making of a better world.

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From the classical sociologists (Durkheim, Marx, Weber) to contemporary social theories and movements (including feminism, poststructuralism, African-American thought, and Queer Theory), Steven Seidman presents a compelling new approach to the tradition of sociological theory and its established canon.


The Second Edition includes new sections on the theories of Alexander, Giddens, and Bourdieu, Stuart Hall and British Cultural Studies, and Wallerstein and post-colonial theory. Combining social analysis and moral advocacy, Contested Knowledge shows how social theory can work within the public, political sphere. Engaging the reader and the discipline alike it is the perfect introduction to social theory.

About the Author

Steven Seidman teaches Sociology at the State University of New York at Albany.

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  • PublisherBlackwell Pub
  • Publication date1994
  • ISBN 10 1557865078
  • ISBN 13 9781557865076
  • BindingHardcover
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Number of pages361
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