Explore the intricate relationship between Marxism and pluralism in 'Marxism, Pluralism and Beyond'. Authored by Gregor McLennan, this insightful book investigates pivotal shifts in social and political theory since their classical formulations. Delve into the sociological, philosophical, and political debates that define these two central traditions. McLennan addresses key challenges, including the evolving role of the proletariat in the Marxist tradition and how pluralism acknowledges diverse structural divisions such as class, race, and gender that shape societal interaction. The book questions whether the ongoing debates are now anachronistic in the context of contemporary postmodern thought. With 250 pages of thought-provoking content, 'Marxism, Pluralism and Beyond' is essential for students and scholars interested in sociology, political theory, and critical perspectives. This brand-new edition, published by John Wiley & Sons in 1989, is the perfect addition to your academic library. Shipping is free for this item, with an expected delivery timeframe of up to 6 weeks. Please note that once your order is confirmed, it cannot be cancelled.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780745603513
Year: 1989
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 250


Description:
In this book, Gregor McLennan examines developments in two of the most central traditions of social and political theory - Marxism and pluralism - and asks whether the relation between them is one of progressive convergence. McLennan begins by considering conceptual and empirical shifts in each tradition since their more orthodox or classical formulations. In a closely interwoven argument, he then traces the sociological, philosophical and political debates between these perspectives. The issue of class, for instance, highlights the challenges which the Marxist tradition has had to face, as the pivotal role of the proletariat has increasingly come into question. Equally, pluralists have had to accept that pervasive structural divisions - including class, race and gender, for example - shape political and social interaction. A further major issue is considered: in the current climate of `postmodern' thought is the entire debate between Marxism and pluralism now outmoded? In a series of critical assessments of positions which attempt to go `beyond' Marxism/pluralism, McLennan argues that the central tensions and positions within this classic dialogue have not yet been superceded.