Sage Studies in International Sociology Ser.: Global Modernization : Rethinking the Project of Modernity by Alberto. Martinelli (2005, Hardcover)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherSAGE Publications, The Limited
ISBN-10076194799X
ISBN-139780761947998
eBay Product ID (ePID)16038428905

Product Key Features

Number of Pages168 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameGlobal Modernization : Rethinking the Project of Modernity
SubjectCivilization, Globalization, Sociology / General, History & Surveys / Modern
Publication Year2005
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaPhilosophy, Political Science, Social Science, History
AuthorAlberto. Martinelli
SeriesSage Studies in International Sociology Ser.
FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight16 Oz
Item Length9.5 in
Item Width6.4 in

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Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN2004-099513
Dewey Edition22
Reviews"This short book critically reexamines the concepts and theories of modernity and modernization. The book's first three chapters make a wonderful introduction to theories of modernity for undergraduates and those looking for a historical and sociological evaluation of modernity and modernization concepts. The last two chapters are an important reference point for understanding the connection between modernity and globalization, as well as the future usefulness of the concepts of modernity and modernization." -- S.C. Ward, This short book critically reexamines the concepts and theories of modernity and modernization. The book's first three chapters make a wonderful introduction to theories of modernity for undergraduates and those looking for a historical and sociological evaluation of modernity and modernization concepts. The last two chapters are an important reference point for understanding the connection between modernity and globalization, as well as the future usefulness of the concepts of modernity and modernization.
Dewey Decimal303.48/209045
Table Of ContentModernization and Modernity The Classic Theory of Modernization Modernization of Traditional Third World Societies Critiques of the Classic Theory of Modernization and Alternative Approaches Modernity and its Future Globalization and Modernity
SynopsisThe last decade has witnessed a revival of interest in the problems of modernity and modernization. In particular, three major processes have emerged as objects of debate: " The transformations of capitalism manifested in globalization and the unfolding of post-industrial society " The rapid and strong economic development of ......, The last decade has witnessed a revival of interest in the problems of modernity and modernization. In particular, three major processes have emerged as objects of debate: "The transformations of capitalism manifested in globalization and the unfolding of post-industrial society "The rapid and strong economic development of countries outside the West "The political and economic transformations in the post-Soviet countries of Eastern Europe, The last decade has witnessed a revival of interest in the problems of modernity and modernization. In particular, three major processes have emerged as objects of debate: " The transformations of capitalism manifested in globalization and the unfolding of post-industrial society " The rapid and strong economic development of countries outside the West " The political and economic transformations in the post-Soviet countries of Eastern Europe
LC Classification NumberHM621
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