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Social Theory and the Family (RLE Social Theory) (Paperback)
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Social Theory and the Family (RLE Social Theory) (Paperback)
Series: Routledge Library Editions: Social Theory
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An experienced teacher of courses on the sociology of the family,
D.H.J. Morgan frequently encounters a gulf between 'the family' as
it is often treated in sociological texts and 'the family' as it is
usually experienced. In this book he provides an extremely valuable
bridge between the two by presenting an encounter between some of
the mainstream theoretical approaches and concerns in the sociology
of the family and what he terms as 'critical' perspectives on the
family. This is the first British book on a basic social
institution that takes into account the literature outside the
mainstream of sociological analysis that deals with the subject.
The first half examines the varieties of functional theorizing
embedded in many texts, the over-concern with the question of
kinship in modern society and the treatment of the family as a
'success story'. In the second half Dr Morgan presents a critical
account of some of the counter-theories: those derived from the
radical feminist movement, the existential psycho-analytical
approach associated with Laing, and the critical analyses of sex in
an advanced capitalist society. A final chapter suggests some
themes and orientations, derived from this encounter of theoretical
approaches and modern perspectives, which can be usefully
developed.
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