Theories of Social Inequality

Download or read book Theories of Social Inequality written by Edward G. Grabb and published by Nelson. This book was released on 2007 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This best-selling text provides an incisive and engaging introduction to classical and contemporary sociological theory. Students are given a thorough explanation of the social construction of inequality based on a solid grounding in the work of the major classical theorists, such as Karl Marx, Max Weber, and Emile Durkheim. The crucial role of power/domination unifies theoretical discussions. Updated perspectives in this new edition include the transnational or global level, regarding for example the issue of global terror.