Anthony Giddens
Profile
Anthony Giddens is a British sociologist and life peer who has served as a member of the House of Lords since 2004. Widely recognized for his theory of structuration and his holistic view of modern societies, he is one of the most prominent sociologists of the modern era. He previously served as the Director of the London School of Economics from 1997 to 2003 and is currently an Emeritus Professor of Sociology. Throughout his career, Giddens has been a vocal participant in British political debates, advocating for centre-left policies and contributing to the development of the 'Third Way' political philosophy.
Details
- Born
- 1938-01-18 · 88 years old
- Birth place
- Edmonton, London, United Kingdom
- Education
- University of Hull, London School of Economics, King's College, Cambridge
- Career
- Sociologist, Director of the London School of Economics, Professor at the University of Cambridge
