First published in 1985, this title explores theories of leisure in a capitalist society. Basing his argument on a refutation of the conventional association of leisure with freedom and free time, Chris Rojek examines the four main structural characteristics of modern leisure practice: privatisation, individuation, commercialisation and pacification. The writings of Marx, Durkheim, Weber, and Freud are used to locate the question of leisure in more mainstream social theory. This interesting reissue will be of particular value to students of sociology and leisure studies, and those with an interest in the relationship between leisure and power.
| ISBN: | 9780415734622 |
| Publication date: | 10th April 2015 |
| Author: | Chris Rojek |
| Publisher: | Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 208 pages |
| Series: | Routledge Revivals |
| Genres: |
Sociology: sport and leisure Sports |
First published in 1985, this title explores theories of leisure in a capitalist society. Basing his argument on a refutation of the conventional association of leisure with freedom and free time, Chris Rojek examines the four main structural characteristics of modern leisure practice: privatisation, individuation, commercialisation and pacification. The writings of Marx, Durkheim, Weber, and Freud are used to locate the question of leisure in more mainstream social theory. This interesting reissue will be of particular value to students of sociology and leisure studies, and those with an interest in the relationship between leisure and power.
Capitalism and Leisure Theory features in the following genres: Sociology: sport and leisure, Sports
Capitalism and Leisure Theory is available in Paperback
Capitalism and Leisure Theory was written by Chris Rojek and published by Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis
Capitalism and Leisure Theory has 208 pages
Yes it is part of Routledge Revivals series
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