Class - Key Concept in Sociology

This succinct introductory text argues that class remains a key concept in sociology. The author examines the classic contributions of Marx and Weber and the recent works of Wright and Goldthorpe. The book provides students with an accessible review of class structures, social mobility, inequality, politics and the potential classlessnes of Britain and America.

List of contents

1. Classical Theories of Class: Marx and Weber 2. Contemporary Theories of Class: Neo-Marxist and Neo-Weberian 3. The Measurement of Class 4. Class Structure and Social Change 5. Class and Social Mobility 6. Class, Inequality and Politics 7. Classlessness and the End of Class References Author Index Subject Index

About the author

Stephen Edgell

Summary

This introductory text argues that class remains a key concept in sociology. Edgell examines the work of Marx, Weber, Wright and Goldthorpe - and discusses class structures, social mobility, inequality and politics.

Product details

• Authors: Stephen Edgell
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 16.09.1993
• EAN: 9780415060615
• ISBN: 978-0-415-06061-5
• No. of pages: 160
• Series: Key Ideas; International Library of Socio; Key Ideas
• Subject: Social sciences, law, business > Sociology > Sociological theories