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The Sources of Social Power: Volume 1, A History of Power from the Beginning to AD 1760,New
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This is the first part of a threevolume work on the nature of power in human societies. In it, Michael Mann identifies the four principal 'sources' of power as being control over economic, ideological, military, and political resources. He examines the interrelations between these in a narrative history of power from Neolithic times, through ancient Near Eastern civilisations, the classical Mediterranean age, and medieval Europe, up to just before the Industrial Revolution in England. Rejecting the conventional monolithic concept of a 'society', Dr. Mann's model is instead one of a series of overlapping, intersecting power networks. He makes this model operational by focusing on the logistics of power how the flow of information, manpower, and goods is controlled over social and geographical spacethereby clarifying many of the 'great debates' in sociological theory. The present volume offers explanations of the emergence of the state and social stratification.
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- Q: What is 'The Sources of Social Power: Volume 1' about? A: This book explores the nature of power in human societies, identifying four main sources: economic, ideological, military, and political. It provides a narrative history of power from Neolithic times to just before the Industrial Revolution.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Michael Mann, a noted sociologist known for his work on the dynamics of power and social structures.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 560 pages, providing an in-depth examination of historical power dynamics.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'Acceptable' condition, which means it may show signs of wear but is still usable.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition is a paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on April 30, 1986.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic study, particularly for those interested in sociology, political science, and history.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in this volume? A: Key themes include the emergence of the state, social stratification, and the interplay of various power sources throughout history.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, this volume is the first part of a three-volume series on the sources of social power.
- Q: What kind of reader would benefit from this book? A: Readers interested in sociology, history, and the analysis of power dynamics in societies would find this book particularly beneficial.