Cultural Capital and Creative Communication: (Anti-)Modern and (Non-)Eurocentric Perspectives

This book explores the concept of cultural capital, inspired by Bourdieu's theory, and discusses its evolution, applications, and critical theories. It addresses the limitations of Bourdieu's theory, explores the relationship between cultural, social, and human capital, and examines conflicts among different approaches to cultural capital. The book is designed for students and teachers and offers insights into developing training modules for corporate communities.

Format: Hardback
Length: 82 pages
Publication date: 03 January 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book delves into the concept of cultural capital, drawing inspiration from the ideas of Bourdieu. It offers comprehensive insights into its diverse definitions, historical evolution, and the critical theories that engage with it. With a focus on its applicability to students and teachers, it explores the limitations and expansions of Bourdieu's theory of capital and power, examining the interplay between cultural, social, and human capital, the distinctions between capital and capitalism, and the conflicts that arise among the various theories that have emerged in response to or can be applied to Bourdieu's work. By engaging with the perspectives of Max Weber, Fernand Braudel, Daniel Bell, Herbert Marcuse, Jean Baudrillard, Theodore Adorno, Max Horkheimer, and Gilles Lipovetsky, Cultural Capital and Creative Communication emerges as the pioneering work in developing a field of research and study dedicated to cultural capital. The book is richly illustrated with empirical examples and includes assessment exercises, making it appealing to scholars and students in sociology, philosophy, and social theory, as well as to corporate communities seeking to develop training modules focused on enhancing their cultural capital.

Weight: 326g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032360133