| Description |
xiii, 149 pages ; 23 cm |
| Contents |
1. Introduction -- 2. Cultures of science -- 3. The dance of truth -- 4. STS and power in the postmodern world -- 5. Life after science and technology studies |
| Summary |
"Science, Technology, and Society: A Sociological Approach is a comprehensive guide to the emergent field of science, technology, and society studies and its implications for today's culture and society. Written in an accessible style, and designed especially for students, the book emphasizes the sociological sciences as the foundation for STS studies. It opens with a discussion of current STS topics, research tools, and theories, and tackles some of the most urgent issues on the STS agenda: power and culture, race, gender, colonialism, the internet, cyborgs and robots, and biotechnology." "Case studies highlight particular ideas and their practical application. A glossary and further reading suggestions complete Science, Technology, and Society, making it an indispensable introduction to a controversial area of inquiry."--BOOK JACKET |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Science -- Social aspects.
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Technology -- Social aspects.
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Technology -- Sociological aspects.
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| Author |
Restivo, Sal P.
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Croissant, Jennifer, 1965-
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| LC no. |
2005002632 |
| ISBN |
0631232095 acid-free paper |
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0631232109 paperback acid-free paper |
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9780631232094 acidfree paper |
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9780631232100 paperback acidfree paper |
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