Emotion, Social Theory, and Social Structure: A Macrosociological Approach

Barbalet, J. M.

ISBN 10: 0521003598 / ISBN 13: 9780521003599

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2001

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Paperback. Pencil markings to pages. Binding solid.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Emotion, Social Theory, and Social Structure: A Macrosociological Approach
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521003598
• ISBN 13: 9780521003599
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

This study examines key aspects of social structure by using a new interpretation of emotions such as fear, resentment, shame, and confidence, to redefine their roles in social processes. While much has been written on the social consequences of pathological emotions, this book demonstrates their relevance to everyday social interaction. In revealing the importance of emotions in sociology, J.M. Barbalet re-evaluates the nature and history of social theory.

About the Author

J. M. Barbalet is Professor of Sociology and Head of the Department of Sociology at the University of Leicester, England. He has published widely in sociological theory, political sociology, and the sociology of the emotions.