{"product_id":"sociology-and-beyond-windows-and-horizons","title":"Sociology and Beyond: Windows and Horizons","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBook Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ananta Kumar Giri\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rawat Publications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2012\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9788131605332\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 442\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCover:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.7 x 6.6 x 1.1 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSociology and Beyond: Windows and Horizons\u003c\/em\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eAnanta Kumar Giri\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bold and pioneering exploration into the soul of sociology and the broader idea of society. This compelling work revitalizes sociological thought by venturing beyond conventional paradigms and disciplinary limitations. With its transformative vision, the book introduces the notion of society as \u003cem\u003eontological sociality\u003c\/em\u003e—a dynamic space for the co-realization of self and collective identities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis intellectually rich volume navigates the intersection of global comparative studies and cross-cultural dialogues, positioning sociology as a vibrant part of planetary conversations. The book invites readers to transcend parochial perspectives—both Western and Indian—and reimagine sociology as a \u003cem\u003etransdisciplinary, transparadigmatic,\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003etransformative\u003c\/em\u003e endeavor. It is an odyssey of meditative verbs and spiritual reflections, advocating for a sādhanā of inclusion, self-development, and shared planetary consciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLucidly written and deeply argued, this work resonates not only with scholars in academia but also with seekers and thinkers engaged in the quest for social justice, cultural renewal, and global harmony. It is a landmark contribution to sociological literature in the 21st century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnanta Kumar Giri\u003c\/strong\u003e is a faculty member at the \u003cstrong\u003eMadras Institute of Development Studies\u003c\/strong\u003e, Chennai, and has taught and conducted research in prestigious institutions across the globe, including the University of Kentucky (USA), Aalborg University (Denmark), University of Freiburg (Germany), and MSH (Paris). A prolific writer and editor, he has authored over two dozen books in Odia and English, with notable titles like \u003cem\u003eNew Horizons of Social Theory\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eSelf-development and Social Transformations?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a deep interest in social movements, cultural transformation, and self-study mobilization, Dr. Giri’s work bridges disciplines and geographies. In recognition of his contributions, he was honored with the \u003cstrong\u003eBharat Jyoti Award (India Glory Award)\u003c\/strong\u003e in 2012.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rawat Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50002392219952,"sku":"DRG.RawatPublications_9788131605332","price":972.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/31YDYfIvwSL.jpg?v=1756464414","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/bn\/products\/sociology-and-beyond-windows-and-horizons","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}