This volume brings together ten influential essays by renowned sociologist Ralf Dahrendorf, offering a comprehensive exploration of major themes in sociological theory. Covering issues such as social conflict, authority, class structure, and the origins of inequality, the essays reflect Dahrendorf’s distinctive analytical approach that bridges classical and modern sociological thought. Severa…
Whitney Pope's Alexis de Tocqueville: His Social and Political Theory provides a comprehensive study of the social and political thought of Alexis de Tocqueville, one of the most influential theorists in the history of the social sciences. Pope examines Tocqueville's ideas on democracy, civil society, equality, liberty, and the dangers of the tyranny of the majority, as well as their relevance …
Denmark in the 1990s promises to be a stark contrast to the postwar years. In this critical introduction, Professor Kenneth Miller examines Danish social, governmental and public policy, focusing on the changes that have transformed it in the past 40 years. He presents a story of stability and change, of a welfare state in times of challenge and difficulty, and of a small country – despite in…
This book explores the social structures, cultural patterns, and dynamic processes of change occurring in the Middle East during the mid-twentieth century. Raphael Patai analyzes traditional and modern influences shaping Middle Eastern societies, addressing issues such as family life, social organization, modernization, and cultural transformation. As an expanded edition of his earlier work, th…
This book analyzes the severe social, economic, and political crises affecting Third World countries. Brian May explores the structural causes of underdevelopment, including poverty, inequality, colonial legacies, and global economic imbalances. Through critical examination, the author highlights how these interconnected issues shape the difficult realities faced by developing nations and argue…
This volume provides a comprehensive political and economic survey of the Middle East, examining the region’s historical background, political developments, economic structures, and social dynamics. Edited by Peter Mansfield, the book offers analytical perspectives on the shifting geopolitical landscape, regional conflicts, modernization issues, and the economic challenges faced by Middle Eas…
This volume examines the complex interactions between political structures, traditional institutions, and cultural practices in South Asia. Edited by R. J. Moore, the book brings together scholarly essays that explore how historical traditions have shaped political behavior, governance, and social change across countries such as India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. The work provides insi…
This book provides an analytical overview of the rise and development of nationalism in various regions of Asia. R. S. Chavan examines the historical roots, political dynamics, and socio-cultural forces that shaped nationalist movements across the continent. The work highlights key events, ideological influences, and regional variations that contributed to the formation of modern Asian nation-s…
While Western attention has been focused on the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe, a quieter, cumulative revolution has occurred in Asia that may have greater consequences for world history. As we move towards the year 2000, Asia will become the dominant region in the world: economically, politically and culturally. Until the 1990s, the West set the rules. Now, Asians are making their own rules a…
This book examines the fundamental dilemmas faced by Asian countries during the transitional period of social and economic development. Ulyanovsky and Pavlov analyze the social progress of Asian nations as they move from traditional structures toward modern economic systems. The authors discuss key issues such as economic transformation, social change, political development, and the challenges …