Social Theory: A Historical Introduction
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Summary
The listing describes Social Theory: A Historical Introduction by Alex Callinicos as a history book that adds background to its subject. This edition is listed as 1999 • New York Univ Pr • 356 pages.
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More appealing if you want an older backlist book that still feels distinct instead of generic filler.
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Exact edition: Edition shown · ISBN-13 9780814715949
Worth buying if: You are looking for real events explained without too much jargon.
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This book adds background and explanation to a historical subject.
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