Norbert Elias
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Author Description
This book locates Elias's work clearly within the development of sociology and also against the background of current debates. Between the 1930s and the 1980s he developed a unique approach to social theory which is now beginning to take root in contemporary social research and theory. Since the translation of his work into English began to accelerate in the 1980s, a growing number of books and articles on topics including health, sexuality, crime, national and ethnic identity, femininity and globalization, in a variety of disciplines, make positive reference to Elias as an authority on the history of emotions, identity, violence, the body and state formation.
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THE THESIS
This book investigates the intellectual development and enduring influence of Norbert Elias within the broader context of modern sociological theory. Robert Van Krieken provides a comprehensive analysis of Elias's unique methodological approach, situating his work against both historical sociological debates and contemporary research applications. The text examines how Elias's theories on social processes have transitioned from relative obscurity to becoming foundational frameworks in diverse academic disciplines.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- An overview of the development of Elias's social theory between the 1930s and the 1980s.
- Analysis of the application of Eliasian concepts to modern topics such as globalization, sexuality, and national identity.
- Examination of Elias's contributions to the study of state formation, violence, and the history of emotions.
- Contextualization of Elias's work within the evolution of 20th-century sociology.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this work as a primary resource for understanding the integration of Elias's theories into contemporary social research. Readers frequently note the clarity with which the author navigates complex theoretical landscapes, making it a useful text for both students and established scholars.
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Publication Date:
2005-01-01
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis Group
ISBN-10:
0203981928
ISBN-13:
9780203981924
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