Academic Articles by Tristan Claridge
The following is a list of articles by Tristan Claridge that have been published on this website.
Current definitions of social capital Academic definitions in 2019
In 2004 I wrote an article about the definitions of social capital and included a table of definitions from Adler & Kwon (2002). The article is still one of the
Solving sustainability with social capital? A paradoxical reframing of modernity?
In 1962 Rachel Carson published the book Silent Spring which thrust environmental problems into public awareness and is widely credited with inspiring the environmental movement. Yet nearly 60 years later
Sources of Social Capital What causes or creates social capital?
Much of the literature on social capital poorly distinguishes its source from its form and consequences. It can be very difficult to make these distinctions since many social phenomena involve
Call for Papers: Social Capital and Development: A Contested Relationship
Chiara Pierobon PhD (Universität Bielefeld) and Lilian Tauber (Durham University) are seeking to relaunch the academic debate about the relevance of social capital theory to development. This call for papers invites
The promise of social capital theory Or the dominance of economic discourse and triumph of capitalism?
Social capital theory has been heralded as a very important conceptual innovation. It emphasises social dimensions that have typically been marginalised by the dominant paradigm of individualism and economic rationalism.
Social capital in economics
For economists, the term ‘social capital’ allows for the consideration of social factors that are normally beyond the purview of economic analysis. Despite their intangible nature, economists since at least
Social capital, reputation and identity in organisations Implications for leaders
We intuitively understand that our reputation is extremely important. It takes a long time to develop a good reputation, but it can be destroyed almost instantly. Reputation is an important
Understanding the impact of your social capital Social capital and leadership
Social capital may not be a phrase you have heard before, and even if you have you may not really know what it means. Social capital is a combination of
Handbook of Political Anthropology – Book Review
Handbook of Political Anthropology Hardcover: 512 pages Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing Year: 2018 Language: English Edited by Harald Wydra, Holden Fellow in Politics, St Catharine’s College, University of Cambridge, UK
Can social capital be measured? Is any measurement valid?
Social capital can be measured in a specific context where interdependencies are given due credit and attention, but I think there is a strong case to suggest it cannot be
