Cosmic society [electronic resource] : towards a sociology of the universe / Peter Dickens and James S. Ormrod.

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Dickens, Peter, 1940-

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Publication details: London ; New York : Routledge, 2007.Description: x, 221 p. : illISBN:

9780203941508

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Contents:

1. The cosmic order, the social order and the self -- 2. The outer spatial fix -- 3. Capital, outer space and star wars -- 4. Satellites and social power -- 5. Space tourism and human identity -- 6. Industry and empire in space.

Summary: Tackling humanity's relationship with the universe, this fascinating text links social theory to classical and contemporary science, and proposes a new 'cosmic' social theory. It engages with a range of topical issues, including cyberspace, terorism, tourism, surveillance and globalisation.

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Includes bibliographical references (pages [195]-211) and index.

Tackling humanity's relationship with the universe, this fascinating text links social theory to classical and contemporary science, and proposes a new 'cosmic' social theory. It engages with a range of topical issues, including cyberspace, terorism, tourism, surveillance and globalisation.

Also available in print edition.

Mode of access: World Wide Web.