Class: Key Concept in Sociology

by Stephen Edgell

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781134927609
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	02/20/2008
Series:	Key Ideas
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	160
File size:	440 KB

About the Author

Stephen Edgell

Table 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