Understanding Contemporary Society Sue Clifford and volunteerism in contemporary life

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Understanding Contemporary Society Sue Clifford and volunteerism in contemporary lifeUnderstanding Contemporary Society: Theories of the Present is a comprehensive textbook to guide students through the complexities of social theory today. Over 30 chapters, written by an international team of contributors, demonstrate clearly the practical applications of social theory in making sense of the modern world. Students are both introduced to the most significant theories and guided through the major social developments which shape our