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Presents an introduction to one of the leading theorists in the social sciences, his work and career
Includes must-read content on the concept of knowledge and its role in central contemporary policy areas
Offers the latest research and theoretical advances in the theory of the Knowledge Society
Outlines the cutting-edge application of a sociological theory of knowledge on classical social issues and contemporary challenges
Part of the book series: Pioneers in Arts, Humanities, Science, Engineering, Practice (PAHSEP, volume 16)
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Table of contents (23 chapters)
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Front Matter
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Knowledge, Science, Society: Nico Stehr’s Work from the Perspective of Colleagues
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Front Matter
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Selected Key Texts by Nico Stehr
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Front Matter
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About this book
The book comprises three parts devoted to the many facets and the remarkable range of Nico Stehr’s oeuvre. Part 1 provides an introduction to the significance of his pioneering work and career. Part 2 demonstrates the practical application of Nico Stehr’s research as seen through the eyes of eminent scholars. Part 3 presents a selection of the milestones of his publications.
Editors and Affiliations
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Department of Culture and Communication, Zeppelin University, Friedrichshafen, Germany
Marian T. Adolf
Bibliographic Information
Book Title: Nico Stehr: Pioneer in the Theory of Society and Knowledge
Editors: Marian T. Adolf
Series Title: Pioneers in Arts, Humanities, Science, Engineering, Practice
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-76995-0
Publisher: Springer Cham
eBook Packages: Social Sciences, Social Sciences (R0)
Copyright Information: Springer International Publishing AG, part of Springer Nature 2018
Hardcover ISBN: 978-3-319-76994-3Published: 24 May 2018
Softcover ISBN: 978-3-030-08343-4Published: 22 December 2018
eBook ISBN: 978-3-319-76995-0Published: 14 May 2018
Series ISSN: 2509-5579
Series E-ISSN: 2509-5587
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XVI, 379
Number of Illustrations: 14 illustrations in colour
Topics: Sociological Theory, Knowledge - Discourse, History of Science, Climate Change Management and Policy, Sustainable Development