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Unlock the profound insights of Georg Simmel through this essential text, featuring an in-depth analysis of his groundbreaking contributions to sociology and philosophy. Simmel, a foundational figure in modern social thought, is hailed alongside Marx, Weber, and Durkheim for his innovative explorations of money, urban life, and contemporary culture. This brand new edition, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2018, spans 224 pages and serves as a gateway into Simmel's influential works, including 'The Philosophy of Money' and his iconic essays 'The Metropolis and Mental Life' and 'Fashion.'
In this comprehensive guide, expert Thomas Kemple masterfully contextualizes Simmel's writing within his social and intellectual environment while drawing connections to pressing themes in urban sociology, social networks, and cultural criticism. Readers will appreciate the book's use of diagrams and relatable examples designed to illuminate Simmel's complex ideas.
This text goes beyond Simmel's better-known contributions, delving into less-explored areas such as his thoughts on nature, art, and religion, making it an invaluable resource for students and scholars alike.
Enjoy free shipping on this item, with delivery expected within 6 weeks. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the innovative spirit of Georg Simmel and his unique approach to understanding social life.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509521111
Year: 2018
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 224
Description:
Georg Simmel, as well as being a major philosopher, is one of the founding figures of sociology whose work is comparable in importance to that of Marx, Weber, and Durkheim. His writings on money, metropolises, and modernity have inspired generations of thinkers for over a century.
In this book, leading expert Thomas Kemple clearly and accessibly introduces Simmel™s sociological and philosophical work, ranging from his masterpieceĂ‚Â The Philosophy of MoneyĂ‚Â to his famous essays ÂThe Metropolis and Mental Life™ and ÂFashion™ and beyond. The author situates his writings within his social and intellectual circles and analyses them in light of current debates surrounding urban sociology and social networks, phenomenology and metaphysics, cultural criticism and the study of everyday life. He brings Simmel™s most famous works into conversation with others that have received less attention, such as his writings on nature, art, religion, and sexuality.
Through diagrams, everyday examples, and expositions of the work of his predecessors and contemporaries, and successors, this highly readable book captures the innovative spirit of Simmel™s unique method of thinking about cultural objects and his original style of writing about social life. Commemorating the 100th anniversary of Simmel™s death, it will be the leading guide to Simmel™s thought for generations of students and scholars.
In this comprehensive guide, expert Thomas Kemple masterfully contextualizes Simmel's writing within his social and intellectual environment while drawing connections to pressing themes in urban sociology, social networks, and cultural criticism. Readers will appreciate the book's use of diagrams and relatable examples designed to illuminate Simmel's complex ideas.
This text goes beyond Simmel's better-known contributions, delving into less-explored areas such as his thoughts on nature, art, and religion, making it an invaluable resource for students and scholars alike.
Enjoy free shipping on this item, with delivery expected within 6 weeks. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the innovative spirit of Georg Simmel and his unique approach to understanding social life.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509521111
Year: 2018
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 224
Description:
Georg Simmel, as well as being a major philosopher, is one of the founding figures of sociology whose work is comparable in importance to that of Marx, Weber, and Durkheim. His writings on money, metropolises, and modernity have inspired generations of thinkers for over a century.
In this book, leading expert Thomas Kemple clearly and accessibly introduces Simmel™s sociological and philosophical work, ranging from his masterpieceĂ‚Â The Philosophy of MoneyĂ‚Â to his famous essays ÂThe Metropolis and Mental Life™ and ÂFashion™ and beyond. The author situates his writings within his social and intellectual circles and analyses them in light of current debates surrounding urban sociology and social networks, phenomenology and metaphysics, cultural criticism and the study of everyday life. He brings Simmel™s most famous works into conversation with others that have received less attention, such as his writings on nature, art, religion, and sexuality.
Through diagrams, everyday examples, and expositions of the work of his predecessors and contemporaries, and successors, this highly readable book captures the innovative spirit of Simmel™s unique method of thinking about cultural objects and his original style of writing about social life. Commemorating the 100th anniversary of Simmel™s death, it will be the leading guide to Simmel™s thought for generations of students and scholars.