1st Edition

The Life and Times of Post-Modernity

By Keith Tester Copyright 1993
176 Pages
by Routledge

176 Pages
by Routledge

'Postmodernity' is often claimed as a great transformation in society and culture. But is it? In this book Keith Tester casts a cautious eye on such grandiose claims. Tester draws on a series of themes and stories from European sociology and literature to show that many of the great statements from 'postmodernity' are misplaced. 'Postmodernity' is not the harbinger or expression of a new world.... Read more
Introduction 1. Bounds 2. Identity 3. Nostalgia 4. Technology 5. Responsibility 6. Others 7. Conclusion Bibliography

Biography

Keith Tester