The Sociology of Rural Life

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Sociology, Rural
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Author: Sam Hillyard ISBN: 9781847886231
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Publication: June 1, 2007
Imprint: Berg Publishers Language: English
Author: Sam Hillyard
ISBN: 9781847886231
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Publication: June 1, 2007
Imprint: Berg Publishers
Language: English

From fox-hunting to farming, the vigor with which rural activities and living are defended overturns received notions of a sleepy and complacent countryside. Alongside these developments, the rise of the organic food movement has helped to revitalize an already politicized rural population. Over the years 'rural life' has been defined, redefined and eventually fallen out of fashion as a sociological concept - in contrast to urban studies, which has flourished. This much-needed reappraisal calls for its reinterpretation in light of the profound changes affecting the countryside. First providing an overview of rural sociology, Hillyard goes on to offer contemporary case studies that clearly demonstrate the need for a reinvigorated rural sociology. Tackling a range of contentious issues, this book offers a new model for rural sociology and reassesses its role in contemporary society.

A PDF version of this book is available for free in open access via the OAPEN Library platform, www.oapen.org

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From fox-hunting to farming, the vigor with which rural activities and living are defended overturns received notions of a sleepy and complacent countryside. Alongside these developments, the rise of the organic food movement has helped to revitalize an already politicized rural population. Over the years 'rural life' has been defined, redefined and eventually fallen out of fashion as a sociological concept - in contrast to urban studies, which has flourished. This much-needed reappraisal calls for its reinterpretation in light of the profound changes affecting the countryside. First providing an overview of rural sociology, Hillyard goes on to offer contemporary case studies that clearly demonstrate the need for a reinvigorated rural sociology. Tackling a range of contentious issues, this book offers a new model for rural sociology and reassesses its role in contemporary society.

A PDF version of this book is available for free in open access via the OAPEN Library platform, www.oapen.org

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