George Ritzer Books

In this essential guide to how we now consume, George Ritzer provides original and probing insights into the new forms and settings of consumer culture. Ranging from hyper-real Disney worlds to the local shopping mall, these studies of the new cathedrals of consumption will be compelling to anyone interested in the cultural and economic importance of consumption in our society. George Ritzer has established himself as the foremost observer of consumer culture. This is the most important book he has written since his classic work The McDonaldization of Society.

"Sociological Theory gives readers a comprehensive overview of the major theorists and schools of sociological thought, from sociology's 19th century origins through the early 21st century. Written by an author team that includes one of the leading contemporary thinkers, the text integrates key theories with with biographical sketches of theorists, placing them in historical and intellectual context"--

Focusing on the concept of rationalization, this influential work explores how fast food restaurants exemplify modern societal trends. It connects sociological theory to everyday experiences in a globalized context, making complex ideas accessible and relevant to students. Ritzer's analysis highlights the pervasive impact of McDonaldization on contemporary life, establishing a critical framework for understanding social dynamics in the modern world.

This is a short, inexpensive, paperback introduction to sociology for students taking their first sociology courses. The types of "beginnings" discussed include the founding of sociology, biographies of the major founders of sociology, the development of major sociological theories, and the emergence of some major sociological research methods.

One of the most popular Sociology books of all time has been thoroughly updated to examine how McDonaldization has roared into the 21st century. The McDonaldization of Society, Revised New Century Edition discusses how McDonaldization and the broader process of globalization (in a new Chapter 8), are spreading more widely and more deeply into various social institutions such as education, medicine, the criminal justice system, and more. This Revised New Century Edition provides many new, relevant examples from recent events and contemporary popular culture, including the ever-increasing global proliferation of McDonald′s and other fast food franchises, shopping malls, and similar commercial entities. Their impact is examined in the post-September 11, 2001 era.

′This book has been a fabulous success with students because it combines elements of critical social theory, readability... and popular culture′ - Charles Frederick, Jr., Indiana University One of the most noteworthy and popular sociology books of all time, The McDonaldization of Society demonstrates the power of the sociological imagination to today′s readers in a way that few books have been able to do. Key Features of the new edition: - brand new chapter examining the Starbucks phenomenon and its relationship to McDonaldization - updated examples of McDonaldization, including online dating services (e.g. match.com), Viagra, MDMA (ecstasy), text-messaging, Ikea, and megachurches - an increased focus on globalization, including an examination into the relationship between McDonaldization and the environment

Výzkum měnící se povahy soudobého společenského života Ritzerova kniha McDonaldizace společnosti klasické teorie moderní společnosti a kultury Maxe Webera. Ritzer tvrdí, že restaurace McDonald je lepším příkladem z aktuální formy instrumentální racionality a jeho konečném důsledku iracionální a škodlivé lidské důsledky. Výzkum měnící se povahy soudobého společenského života. Autor se ve své studii určené ekonomům, sociologům, psychologům, ale také širokému okruhu čtenářů se zájmem o podnikání, přiznává ke svému prvotnímu okouzlení touto expanzivní firmou, zároveň však varuje.