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By Pierre Bourdieu: Agent Provocateur - Biography by Michael Grenfell

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Explore the life and intellectual legacy of Pierre Bourdieu with this comprehensive account. Recognized as a leading thinker of the late twentieth century, Bourdieu's ideas remain highly relevant for understanding the twenty-first century. This book provides a deep look into his work by placing it within its specific social and political context. Author Michael Grenfell traces the origins of Bourdieu's theories, explaining exactly what he argued for and the reasons behind his perspectives. The text sheds light on the social, political, and philosophical strands that define his contributions to sociology. Readers will gain insight into how Bourdieu responded to major events, such as the Algerian Crisis, and how these experiences shaped his academic output. This is an essential resource for students and scholars looking to understand the man behind the influential theories.

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Provides a complete account of Pierre Bourdieu's life and his development as a major social theorist.

Traces the origins of his ideas by locating his work within its original social and political contexts.

Explains the specific arguments and theories Bourdieu proposed to help readers grasp his core concepts.

Illuminates the various social, political, and philosophical strands that run through his body of work.

Includes Michael Grenfell's analysis of Bourdieu's response to significant events like the Algerian Crisis.

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06 February 2011
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