Distinction Distinction Pierre Bourdieu

Distinction

A Social Critique of the Judgement of Taste

by Pierre Bourdieu

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About This Book

Published in 1979, Distinction stands as a landmark achievement in twentieth-century sociology. Through rigorous empirical investigation and the introduction of influential theoretical frameworks that continue to shape social science research, the work presents a revolutionary analysis connecting aesthetic preferences to social stratification.

Who Should Read This?

  • Sociology students seeking foundational theoretical frameworks
  • Readers interested in French intellectual traditions
  • People curious about how social stratification and aesthetic preferences intersect

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