SOCIOL 2R03 Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Bourgeoisie
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Social change drew less from the bible. Emphasis on political concern rather than economic reform. To marx, bourgeoisie = radical but also conservatives as they came to power as the new ruling elite , urban industrial production = their new means of wealth. Personal social class is de ned by one"s life chances. Basis of conservative line of theory: functionalism. To maintain social order, society must 1. Place people in division of labour & 2. Motivate them to work hard in the division. Foucault - hidden structures of powered how social change is discussed by whom - doesn"t like the label of postmodernism.