For most of the 20th century, modernity has been characterized by the formalization of social relations as face to face interactions are replaced by impersonal bureaucracy and finance. As we enter the new millennium, however, it becomes increasingly clear that it is only by stepping outside these formal structures that trust and co-operation can be created and social change achieved. In this book, the author argues that only the society that achieves an appropriate balance between the informality and formality of interaction will find itself in a position to move forward to further democratization and an improved quality of life.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN-13
9780415156738
eBay Product ID (ePID)
95896364
Product Key Features
Subject Area
Social Psychology
Author
Barbara Misztal
Publication Name
Informality: Social Theory and Contemporary Practice
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Subject
Sociology
Publication Year
1999
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
274 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
229mm
Item Width
152mm
Item Weight
635g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
Barbara Misztal
Series Title
International Library of Sociology
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom
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