KNYGA Pierre Bourdieu Classification Struggles

Explore the profound insights of Pierre Bourdieu in his influential work, Classification Struggles, published in 2019. This essential text marks the first volume of a five-part series derived from Bourdieu's impactful lectures at the Collège de France during the early 1980s under the theme of 'General Sociology'. Over the course of 240 pages, Bourdieu meticulously defends sociology as a vital intellectual discipline while introducing key concepts that have reshaped sociological practice, including field, capital, and habitus. Each concept is not just defined but illuminated, offering readers a deep understanding of the fundamental social processes that govern our world. Ideal for both students and educators in sociology, Classification Struggles is a cornerstone text for anyone keen to grasp Bourdieu's pioneering ideas and their relevance today.