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Overview"The Golem in German Social Theory provides an innovative and bold interpretation of German social theory. Authors Gad Yair and Michaela Soyer argue that the mythological story of the Golem rising over its master provides the basic code which animated German social theory from the 19th century until the 21st century. Yair and Soyer illustrate how the Golem-run-mad narrative permeates the history of modern German social thought, and how it now provides a convenient literary tool for re-reading German critiques of the Enlightenment, modernity, capitalism, and progress. The Golem in German Social Theory points out a ""family resemblance"" that unites German theorists, enhancing interpretation of their writings and understanding of their moral vehemence." Full Product DetailsAuthor: Gad Yair , Michaela SoyerPublisher: Lexington Books Imprint: Lexington Books Dimensions: Width: 16.10cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 24.10cm Weight: 0.440kg ISBN: 9780739120118ISBN 10: 0739120115 Pages: 178 Publication Date: 14 February 2008 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsThis powerful demonstration of the cultural roots of a particular tradition of sociological theory forces us to reassess figures we thought we knew well. A useful, careful, and incisive contribution.--John A. Hall Author InformationGad Yair is an associate professor in the department of sociology and anthropology at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Michaela Soyer is a Ph.D. candidate in the department of sociology at the University of Chicago. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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