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On Intellectual Activism

Patricia Hill Collins

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Sociologist Patricia Hill Collins has been called in Contemporary Sociology OC one of the defining voices of contemporary feminist and race scholarship.OCO Well known for her contributions to sociology, social theory, and cultural studies, her numerous publications indicate why she has been a tireless voice for social justice causes such as the dynamics of race, social class, gender, and sexual equality, and also black feminist politics.
In On Intellectual Activism, Collins asks scholars and public intellectuals to assess the meaning of their work. She challenges readers to rethink the potential of speaking truth to power, and examines both the role of the intellectual in public life and how well questions of contemporary social issues are communicated to the public at large. The contents of this volumeOCopublic lectures, previously published pieces, interviews, and new essaysOCoillustrate the important conceptual anchors of CollinsOCO work and reflect on the major themes of her illustrious career. These timely and thought-provoking essays include topics ranging from black feminist thought, critical education, public sociology, and resisting racism to new visions for activist intellectuals.

Language: English

Pages: 254

Format: Paperback

Release: November 01, 2012

ISBN 13: 9781439909614

On Intellectual Activism

Patricia Hill Collins

0/5 ( ratings)

Sociologist Patricia Hill Collins has been called in Contemporary Sociology OC one of the defining voices of contemporary feminist and race scholarship.OCO Well known for her contributions to sociology, social theory, and cultural studies, her numerous publications indicate why she has been a tireless voice for social justice causes such as the dynamics of race, social class, gender, and sexual equality, and also black feminist politics.
In On Intellectual Activism, Collins asks scholars and public intellectuals to assess the meaning of their work. She challenges readers to rethink the potential of speaking truth to power, and examines both the role of the intellectual in public life and how well questions of contemporary social issues are communicated to the public at large. The contents of this volumeOCopublic lectures, previously published pieces, interviews, and new essaysOCoillustrate the important conceptual anchors of CollinsOCO work and reflect on the major themes of her illustrious career. These timely and thought-provoking essays include topics ranging from black feminist thought, critical education, public sociology, and resisting racism to new visions for activist intellectuals.

Language: English

Pages: 254

Format: Paperback

Release: November 01, 2012

ISBN 13: 9781439909614

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