“kenneth allan”

Building upon the insights of postmodernism, this book argues for an approach to studying culture that has as its basis the social construction of meaning and reality and emphasizes micro-level processes and emotion. In general, postmodernism privileges the structure of culture and posits that due t... More

"This, then, is the overall strength of The Social Lens: its broad coverage from the roots of positivism and modernity to the post modern theme of disillusioned discontent...As a textbook is informally written and its tone invites the student reader in to explore with the author each new chapter of ... More

For a sample syllabus, please go to 'sample chapters and materials'Contemporary Social and Sociological Theory: Visualizing Social Worlds is a robust introduction to the world of contemporary thought. In an area known for obtuse language, this key text presents a comprehensive survey of contemporary... More

"This, then, is the overall strength of The Social Lens: its broad coverage from the roots of positivism and modernity to the post modern theme of disillusioned discontent...As a textbook is informally written and its tone invites the student reader in to explore with the author each new chapter of ... More

Schnaiberg's concept of the treadmill of production is arguably the most visible and enduring theory to emerge in three decades of environmental sociology. Elaborated and tested, it has been found to be an accurate predictor of political-economic changes in the global economy. In the global South, i... More

The Black Cat' seeks revenge on its cruel master; a young wife has the life drained out of her by her insensitive artist husband in 'The Oval Portrait'; and the beating heart of a dead man exposes the killer to the police in The 'Tell-Tale Heart'. Informational Sections: ??A Short History of the 'Wh... More