Reflections on Multiple Modernities European, Chinese and Other Interpretations ; [papers Presented at a Multiple Modernities Conference, Held May 20-21, 2001 in Berlin ...]

Multiple Modernities is a departure from the "classic" sociological homogenization theories. The edition presents an interdisciplinary discussion of the topic in sociological, historical and economic dimensions. It explores culturally specific forms of modernity with a focus on China and Europe.