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Modernity And Selfidentity: Self And Society In The Late Modern Age,Used
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Modernity Differs From All Preceding Forms Of Social Order Because Of Its Dynamism, Its Deep Undercutting Of Traditional Habits And Customs, And Its Global Impact. It Also Radicallly Alters The General Nature Of Daily Life And The Most Personal Aspects Of Human Activity. In Fact, One Of The Most Distinctive Features Of Modernity Is The Increasing Interconnection Between Globalizing Influences And Personal Dispositions. The Author Analyzes The Nature Of This Interconnection And Provides A Conceptual Vocabulary For It, In The Process Providing A Major Rethinking Of The Nature Of Modernity And A Reworking Of Basic Premises Of Sociological Analysis.Building On The Ideas Set Out In The Authors The Consequences Of Modernity, This Book Focuses On The Self And The Emergence Of New Mechanisms Of Selfidentity That Are Shaped Byyet Also Shapethe Institutions Of Modernity. The Author Argues That The Self Is Not A Passive Entity, Determined By External Influences. Rather, In Forging Their Selfidentities, No Matter How Local Their Contexts Of Action, Individuals Contribute To And Directly Promote Social Influences That Are Global In Their Consequences And Implications.The Author Sketches The Contours Of The He Calls High Modernitythe World Of Our Dayand Considers Its Ramifications For The Self And Selfidentity. In This Context, He Analyzes The Meaning To The Self Of Such Concepts As Trust, Fate, Risk, And Security And Goes On The Examine The Sequestration Of Experience, The Process By Which High Modernity Separates Daytoday Social Life From A Variety Of Experiences And Broad Issues Of Morality. The Author Demonstrates How Personal Meaninglessnessthe Feeling That Life Has Nothing Worthwhile To Offerbecomes A Fundamental Psychic Problem In Circumstances Of High Modernity. The Book Concludes With A Discussion Of Life Politics, A Politics Of Selfactualization Operating On Both The Individual And Collective Levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Modernity and Self-Identity'? A: The main theme of 'Modernity and Self-Identity' is the exploration of how modernity influences self-identity and societal structures, emphasizing the dynamic interconnection between personal dispositions and global influences.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Modernity and Self-Identity' is Anthony Giddens, a prominent sociologist known for his work on modernity and social theory.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book 'Modernity and Self-Identity' was published on July 1, 1991.
- Q: How many pages does 'Modernity and Self-Identity' have? A: The book contains 264 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The condition of the used book is described as 'Acceptable', indicating it may show signs of wear but is still usable.
- Q: What binding type does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What are some key concepts discussed in the book? A: Key concepts discussed include trust, fate, risk, security, and the 'sequestration of experience' as it relates to modernity and self-identity.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic studies? A: Yes, 'Modernity and Self-Identity' is suitable for academic studies, particularly in sociology, social theory, and modernity, as it provides critical insights and analyses.
- Q: Does the book include any contemporary examples? A: Yes, the author analyzes contemporary issues within the framework of 'high modernity', discussing their implications for self-identity and societal behaviors.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding modern societal challenges? A: Yes, 'Modernity and Self-Identity' offers a deep understanding of modern societal challenges, including personal meaninglessness and the impact of global influences on individual identities.