Luhmann explained from souls to systems / Hans-Georg Moeller.

Author/creator Moeller, Hans-Georg, 1964-
Format Electronic
Publication InfoChicago : Open Court,
Descriptionxii, 299 p. ; 23 cm.
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SeriesIdeas explained ; v. 3
Ideas explained series ; v. 3. ^A592179
Contents Introduction -- Part 1. A new way of thinking about society. What is social systems theory? ; What is real? ; What happens to the human being? ; What can be done? -- Part 2. Mass media. The mass media as a system ; Beyond manipulation ; The reality of the mass media ; Individuality and freedom -- Part 3. Philosophical contexts. Kant ; Hegel ; Marx ; Husserl ; Habermas ; Postmodernity, deconstruction, and techno-theory -- Conclusion: From metanarrative to supertheory.
Abstract "An introduction to Niklas Luhmann's social systems theory. Discusses key concepts and relevant philosophical issues, and presents a case study. English-language translations of three of Luhmann's essays and bibliographies of works by and on Luhmann are included"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Bibliography note"Luhmann bibliography": p. 275-292.
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Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2006014930
ISBN0812695984 (trade pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN9780812695984 (trade pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN9780812695984