Cultural Theory : An Introduction Hardback
by Philip (Yale University) Smith, Alexander (Bucknell University) Riley
Hardback
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This second edition of Cultural Theory provides a concise introduction to cultural theory, placing major figures, traditional concepts, and contemporary themes within a sharp conceptual framework. Provides a student-friendly introduction to what can often be a complex field of studyUpdates the first edition in response to reader feedback and to the changing nature of the fieldIncludes additional coverage of theorists from the classical period to include Nietzsche and DuBoisIntroduces entirely new chapters on race and gender theory, and the bodyConsiders themes that have become more important in theoretical activity in recent years such as computers and virtual reality, cosmopolitanism, and performance theoryDraws on theories and theorists from continental Europe as well as the English-speaking world
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:318 pages
- Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Publication Date:25/07/2008
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- ISBN:9781405169080
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:318 pages
- Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Publication Date:25/07/2008
- Category:
- ISBN:9781405169080