The Force of Comparison by Willibald Steinmetz (Paperback Book)

Name: The Force of Comparison by Willibald Steinmetz (Paperback Book)
Brand: Berghahn Books

Berghahn Books

In an era defined by daily polls, institutional rankings, and other forms of social quantification, it can be easy to forget that comparison has a long historical lineage. Presenting a range of multidisciplinary perspectives, this volume investigates the concepts and practices of comparison from the early modern period to the present. Each chapter demonstrates how comparison has helped to drive the seemingly irresistible dynamism of the modern world, exploring how comparatively minded assessors determine their units of analysis, the criteria they select or ignore, and just who it is that makes use of these comparisons\u2014and to what ends.\n\nThe Force of Comparison\nA New Perspective on Modern European History and the Contemporary World\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked services.\n\nPlease note: the price advertised is as low as we can go \u2014 we do not accept or respond to offers. We're also unable ;