Sociology of Rural Life (e-bog) af Sam Hillyard, Hillyard

Sociology of Rural Life e-bog

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From fox-hunting to farming, the vigor with which rural activities and living are defended overturns received notions of a sleepy and complacent countryside. Alongside these developments, the rise of the organic food movement has helped to revitalize an already politicized rural population. Over the years 'rural life' has been defined, redefined and eventually fallen out of fashion as a sociolo...
E-bog 288,10 DKK
Forfattere Sam Hillyard, Hillyard (forfatter)
Udgivet 1 juni 2007
Længde 224 sider
Genrer JFSF
Sprog English
Format epub
Beskyttelse LCP
ISBN 9781847886231
From fox-hunting to farming, the vigor with which rural activities and living are defended overturns received notions of a sleepy and complacent countryside. Alongside these developments, the rise of the organic food movement has helped to revitalize an already politicized rural population. Over the years 'rural life' has been defined, redefined and eventually fallen out of fashion as a sociological concept - in contrast to urban studies, which has flourished. This much-needed reappraisal calls for its reinterpretation in light of the profound changes affecting the countryside. First providing an overview of rural sociology, Hillyard goes on to offer contemporary case studies that clearly demonstrate the need for a reinvigorated rural sociology. Tackling a range of contentious issues, this book offers a new model for rural sociology and reassesses its role in contemporary society.A PDF version of this book is available for free in open access via the OAPEN Library platform, www.oapen.org