Power and domination are central concepts in social science yet, up to now, they have been undertheorized. This wide-ranging book guides students through the complexities and implications of both concepts. It provides systematic accounts of current debates about the dynamics and rationale of state power in an era of globalization, social citizenship and the significance of social movements. The contributions of Parsons, Giddens, Foucault, Mann, Arendt, Habermas and Castells are clearly set out and critically assessed.
As well as teaching Sociology at the Londen School of Economics, Angus Stewart is also the Course Director of the Master′s Programme in Political Sociology.
Power and DominationThe Dominant PerspectiveAnalyzing Power and DominationCapitalism and StruggleFrom the Factory to the Smart MachineStatesDomination or Empowerment?Capitalism, States and Public Spheres IHabermas′ Political JourneyCapitalism, States and Public Spheres IIEmpowerment in the Public SphereCitizenshipConstituting Political CommunityNew Social MovementsPolitics of Identity and Politics of Distribution