An Ideology And Utopia: An Introduction To The Sociology Of Knowledge - Rilegato

Mannheim, Karl

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ISBN 10: 1436715008 ISBN 13: 9781436715003

Casa editrice: Kessinger Publishing, 2008

Riassunto

""An Ideology and Utopia: An Introduction to the Sociology of Knowledge"" is a thought-provoking book written by Karl Mannheim, a prominent sociologist of the 20th century. The book explores the relationship between ideology, utopia, and knowledge, and how these concepts shape our understanding of the world around us.Mannheim argues that our beliefs and ideas are not just individualistic but are also shaped by the social structures and institutions we exist in. He suggests that our knowledge is not objective but is rather a product of our social and historical context. The book delves into the various forms of knowledge, including scientific, religious, and philosophical, and how they are influenced by the dominant ideologies of their time.Mannheim also examines the role of utopia in shaping our beliefs and ideas. He argues that utopia is not just a fantasy but is an essential part of human thought and action. Utopian ideas can help us envision a better future and inspire us to work towards creating a more just and equitable society.Overall, ""An Ideology and Utopia: An Introduction to the Sociology of Knowledge"" is a fascinating exploration of the relationship between ideology, utopia, and knowledge. It challenges readers to think critically about the ideas and beliefs they hold and how they are shaped by the social and historical context in which they exist. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in sociology, philosophy, or social theory.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Dettagli dell?edizione

• Editore: Kessinger Publishing
• Data di pubblicazione: 2008
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1436715008
• ISBN 13: 9781436715003
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 352
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• Persona responsabile: non disponibile