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Explore how networks shape power and resources in society with this comprehensive analysis of social capital, blending theory, empirical evidence, and practical implications for policymakers and scholars.
(9780415150200) - Dimensions: 140 x 216 x 23.37mm | 431g - Format: 320 pages - ROUTLEDGE - London, United Kingdom - Taylor & Francis Ltd - ISBN: 9780415150200 - Languages: English | Debates in Anthropology
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