Postmodernism and management
Subtitle: pros, cons and the alternative
By: edited by Edwin A. Locke.
Contributors: Locke, Edwin A.
Series: Research in the sociology of organizations -- v. 21
Publisher: JAI
Published: 2003
Place of publication: Amsterdam; London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 278
Subjects: Organizational sociology.; Management -- Social aspects.; Management -- Philosophy.; Postmodernism -- Social aspects.
Description: Postmodern philosophy has had a profound effect on intellectuals throughout the world. Its influence has seeped into many fields other than philosophy including literature, psychology, sociology, political science, history, journalism and management. However, there is a debate within the intellectual community as to whether this influence has been beneficial or harmful with no resolution yet in sight. This book contributes to the debate within the field of management. The book includes four chapters by the most highly regarded pro postmodern scholars and an equal number of chapters by the most highly regarded anti postmodern scholars. Adding to the controversy is a final chapter which argues that Ayn Rand's philosophy of Objectivism is the proper alternative to postmodernism. Ayn Rand is a world famous novelist and philosopher whose ideas have become increasingly popular and influential within academia and within culture at large. This is a book that promises to make you think.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.