ABSTRACT

This succinct introductory text argues that class remains a key concept in sociology. The author examines the classic contributions of Marx and Weber and the recent works of Wright and Goldthorpe. The book provides students with an accessible review of class structures, social mobility, inequality, politics and the potential classlessnes of Britain and America.

chapter 2|16 pages

2 Introduction

chapter 3|10 pages

The measurement of class

chapter 4|20 pages

Class structure and social change

chapter 5|13 pages

Class and social mobility

chapter 6|9 pages

Class, inequality and politics

chapter 7|5 pages

Classlessness and the end of class