Postmodern Geographies: The Reassertion of Space in Critical Social Theory
Postmodern Geographies: The Reassertion of Space in Critical Social Theory
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1989
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1989266
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Politics & Government1989
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18+ years
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In Postmodern Geographies: The Reassertion of Space in Critical Social Theory, Edward W. Soja explores how the concept of space is integral to social theory and practice. He examines spatial dimensions in urban settings, emphasizing how they influence social relations, power structures, and cultural transformations within postmodern contexts.
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Edward W. Soja's Postmodern Geographies: The Reassertion of Space in Critical Social Theory is praised for its pioneering take on spatial theory and the integration of geography into social critique. Some reviews note its complex jargon and dense prose, which may challenge readers unfamiliar with postmodern theory. Overall, it's celebrated for reshaping spatial discourse.
Who Should Read Postmodern Geographies: The Reassertion of Space in Critical Social Theory?
A reader interested in Postmodern Geographies would likely be an academic or student engaged in fields like urban studies, geography, or cultural theory. Similar works include Harvey's The Condition of Postmodernity and Lefebvre's The Production of Space, exploring the intersection of space and social theory.
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