Anthony Giddens is a British sociologist renowned for his theory of structuration and his holistic view of modern societies. His work delves into the core of social theory, examining the intricate relationship between agency and structure. Giddens critically analyzes the profound impacts of modernity, globalization, and politics on both social and personal life. His overarching ambition is to reshape social theory and re-evaluate our understanding of modernity's development and trajectory.
Sociology: A Brief but Critical Introduction offers a lively, discursive and jargon-free introduction to sociology, accessible to the lay reader as well as to the student. It incorporates discussion of recent developments in both social theory and empirical social research - developments to which Giddens has directly contributed.