Description |
xi, 288 pages ; 23 cm |
Series |
Routledge key guides |
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Routledge key guides.
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Contents |
"Cultural Theory: The Key Thinkers is the essential guide to the literary critics, sociologists, artists, philosophers and writers who have shaped contemporary culture and society, and the way in which we view them. The entries offer a lucid analysis of the work of the most influential figures in the study of cultural theory, including: Adorno, Bourdieu, Freud, Leavis, Marx, Oakeshott, Saussure, and Wittgenstein." "With a comprehensive bibliography and suggestions for further reading, Cultural Theory: The Key Thinkers is the perfect introduction for the student and general reader alike."--BOOK JACKET |
Summary |
"Cultural Theory: The Key Thinkers is the essential guide to the literary critics, sociologists, artists, philosophers and writers who have shaped contemporary culture and society, and the way in which we view them. The entries offer a lucid analysis of the work of the most influential figures in the study of cultural theory, including: Adorno, Bourdieu, Freud, Leavis, Marx, Oakeshott, Saussure, and Wittgenstein." "With a comprehensive bibliography and suggestions for further reading, Cultural Theory: The Key Thinkers is the perfect introduction for the student and general reader alike."--BOOK JACKET |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 239-276) and index |
Subject |
Culture -- Philosophy.
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Culture.
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Author |
Edgar, Andrew.
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LC no. |
2001038716 |
ISBN |
0415232805 |
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0415232813 paperback |
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