Reckwitz, Andreas

Late Modernity in Crisis: Why We Need a Theory of Society

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ISBN 13:: 9781509556304
author:: Reckwitz, Andreas
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Polity Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2023
Pages:: 224
Dimensions:: 23.1 x 16.2 x 1.8 centimetres (0
Genre:: Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Sociology,
Condition:: New
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Late Modernity in Crisis: Why We Need a Theory of Society by Andreas Reckwitz and Hartmut Rosa In times of social upheaval and crisis, we need a comprehensive understanding of modern societies to navigate their complexities. Two prominent German sociologists, Andreas Reckwitz and Hartmut Rosa, have developed distinct yet interconnected theories that focus on the broad developmental features of modern societies. Their work emphasizes the importance of analyzing the structural conditions and dynamics of modernity in order to diagnose the crises we face today. This book brings together Reckwitz and Rosa's ideas, providing clear explanations of their key concepts - including "singularization" and "acceleration" - and exploring their implications for understanding the multiple crises we are experiencing. By examining the value and limitations of a theory of society, this book offers an excellent introduction to the work of these influential sociologists and demonstrates the potential of bold social theory in addressing modern societal challenges. Through its concise and accessible accounts, this book provides valuable insights into the complexities of late modernity and the need for a nuanced understanding of modern societies.

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