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Explore a classic text in sociology with the second edition of Elites and Society by Tom Bottomore. Published by Routledge, this substantially revised and enlarged edition provides a deep look into elite theory through the lens of recent studies. Bottomore examines how elites function in relation to class structures within both developing and advanced industrial nations. This book is essential for students and scholars interested in the social sciences. It presents the criticisms of elitism and elites formulated by various socialist and democratic movements. The text offers a comprehensive look at how power and class interact across different global contexts. In the updated version, Professor Bottomore adds a new concluding chapter that considers the future prospects of humanity as the millennium approaches. Whether you are studying anthropology, sociology, or political theory, this work serves as a fundamental resource for understanding social hierarchies and class dynamics.

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Revised and enlarged second edition that incorporates recent studies to update classic elite theory.

Comprehensive analysis of the relationship between elites and class structures in industrial and developing countries.

In-depth examination of criticisms regarding elitism from democratic and socialist perspectives.

Includes a new concluding chapter by Professor Bottomore regarding the future prospects of humanity.

A foundational text for academic study in anthropology, sociology, and social sciences.

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27 January 2017
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