
Conversations with History: Manuel Castells (2003)
The Globalist
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Balancing Theory and Observation
This chapter explores the complexities of social theory, highlighting the contrast between abstract and empirical approaches shaped by different educational environments. The speaker shares their intellectual journey and the importance of grounding theory in real-world observations, emphasizing a pragmatic approach to social change in the context of a globalized information technology revolution.
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