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In this sequel to A Critique of Modernity, sociologist Alain Touraine examines the social and cultural foundations of democracy in the contemporary world. As state power faces erosion from transnational economic forces, Touraine questions what value democracy holds when defined primarily as protection against totalitarianism. This Routledge publication offers critical analysis of how democratic ideals function within modern economic and political structures. Touraine, director of the Centre d'Analyse et d'Intervention Sociologiques at the Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales, brings scholarly insight to understanding democracy's role and relevance today. The work complements his earlier studies including The Return of the Actor and Critique of Modernity, providing readers with comprehensive exploration of democratic theory and its practical implications in contemporary society.

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Alain Touraine explores the relationship between state power and transnational capital in modern democratic systems.

This Routledge book follows A Critique of Modernity and deepens analysis of contemporary democratic values and guarantees.

The text examines how economic forces challenge traditional definitions and functions of democracy in modern societies.

Written by a leading sociologist and director of CADIS, offering authoritative perspective on political and social theory.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
28 August 2019
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30 August 2019

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