GSOC 6149 -

Institution:

The New School

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Topics in Contemporary Social Theory Fall 2008. Three credits. George Steinmetz This course examines recent discussions in social theory, with a focus on the work of French sociologist Pierre Bourdieu and others in his tradition. The first part of the course looks at the precursors of Bourdieu's work; the second part explores his oeuvre; the last part turns to efforts to revise or criticize Bourdieu, including those by Luc Boltanski. Finally we look at the reception and use of French sociology in the United States. Graduate students write a research paper and present the readings for one or more sessions in the seminar.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.newschool.edu

Phone Number:

(212) 229-5600

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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