An Analysis of David Riesman's The Lonely Crowd: A Study of the Changing America

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE An Analysis of David Riesman's The Lonely Crowd by Jarrod Homer David Riesmans The Lonely Crowd explores the links between social character-the ways in which members of a society are similar to one another-and social structures. He argues that as the United States became predominantly consumer-driven, rather than production-driven-particularly after World War II-American social character changed. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description David Riesmans The Lonely Crowd: A Study in the Changing American Character is one of the best-known books in the history of sociology – holding a mirror up to contemporary America and showing the nation its own character as it had never seen it before. Its success is a testament to Riesmans mastery of one key critical thinking skill: interpretation. In critical thinking, interpretation focuses on understanding the meaning of evidence, and is frequently characterized by laying down clear definitions, and clarifying ideas and categories for the reader. All these processes are on full display in The Lonely Crowd – which, rather than seeking to challenge accepted wisdom or generate new ideas, provides incisive interpretations and definitions of ideas and data from a variety of sources. Above all, Riesmans book is a work of categorization – a form of interpretation that can be vital to building and communicating systematic arguments. With the aid of his two co-authors (Nathan Glazer and Reuel Denney), he defined three cultural types that formed a perfect pattern for understanding mid-century American society and the changes it was undergoing. The clarity of the books definitions tapped directly into the zeitgeist of the 1950s, powering it to best-seller status and an audience that extended far beyond academia. Author Biography Dr Jarrod Homer took his PhD in sociology at the University of Manchester for research focusing on American culture and Jewish artists of the mid-twentieth century. Table of Contents Ways in to the Text Who was David Riesman? What does The Lonely Crowd Say? Why does The Lonely Crowd Matter? Section 1: Influences Module 1: The Author and the Historical Context Module 2: Academic Context Module 3: The Problem Module 4: The Authors Contribution Section 2: Ideas Module 5: Main Ideas Module 6: Secondary Ideas Module 7: Achievement Module 8: Place in the Authors Work Section 3: Impact Module 9: The First Responses Module 10: The Evolving Debate Module 11: Impact and Influence Today Module 12: Where Next? Glossary of Terms People Mentioned in the Text Works Cited Details ISBN1912128179 Author Jarrod Homer Publisher Macat International Limited Year 2017 ISBN-10 1912128179 ISBN-13 9781912128174 Format Paperback Publication Date 2017-07-15 Series The Macat Library Media Book Short Title The Lonely Crowd Language English Subtitle A Study of the Changing American Character UK Release Date 2017-07-15 Imprint Macat International Limited Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2017-07-15 NZ Release Date 2017-07-15 Alternative 9781912303816 Audience General Pages 96 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:117674357;

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