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Routledge - The Crisis Of Modernity - Critical Theory Book

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Explore the complexities of contemporary social and cultural structures with The Crisis Of Modernity. Published by Routledge, this academic work examines the challenges facing the project of modernity through the lens of critical theories. It addresses the tension between bourgeois culture and capitalist systems while looking at the role of enlightened rationality in society. This text provides a deep look into the parallel social and political developments in the United States and West Germany. It is an essential resource for students and scholars interested in how critical theories question the foundations of our modern economy and social order. By analyzing these shifts, the book offers a perspective on the current state of social science and cultural studies. Written by Gunter H. Lenz, a leading scholar in American Studies and a founder of Transnational American Studies, this volume carries the academic weight of the Frankfurt School tradition. It serves as a significant contribution to the fields of anthropology and sociology, making it a valuable addition to any academic library or research collection.

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Analyzes the crisis of the project of modernity and its impact on critical theories of society and culture.

Examines the relationship between bourgeois culture and capitalist economic structures from a theoretical perspective.

Provides a comparative look at social and political developments in both the United States and West Germany.

Authored by Gunter H. Lenz, a renowned scholar in American Studies and a founder of Transnational American Studies.

Rooted in the academic traditions of the Frankfurt School to provide deep sociological insights.

Ideal for researchers and students focusing on anthropology, sociology, and critical social theory.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
30 June 2020
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15 May 2020

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