Author : Irving Louis Horowitz
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 38,55 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Sociology
ISBN : 0195092562
The author examines the field of sociology and the closing of many sociology departments and then proposes "an alternative, plsitive view of social research."--Jacket.
Author : A. Javier Treviño
Publisher :
Page : 85 pages
File Size : 30,28 MB
Release : 1996
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Author : Joseph Lopreato
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 505 pages
File Size : 37,73 MB
Release : 2018-02-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1351320181
Crisis in Sociology presents a compelling portrait of sociology's current troubles and proposes a controversial remedy. In the authors' view, sociology's crisis has deep roots, traceable to the over-ambitious sweep of the discipline's founders. Generations of sociologists have failed to focus effectively on the tasks necessary to build a social science. The authors see sociology's most disabling flaw in the failure to discover even a single general law or principle. This makes it impossible to systematically organize empirical observations, guide inquiry by suggesting falsifiable hypotheses, or form the core of a genuinely cumulative body of knowledge. Absent such a theoretical tool, sociology can aspire to little more than an amorphous mass of hunches and disconnected facts. The condition engenders confusion and unproductive debate. It invites fragmentation and predation by applied social disciplines, such as business administration, criminal justice, social work, and urban studies. Even more dangerous are incursions by prestigious social sciences and by branches of evolutionary biology that constitute the frontier of the current revolution in behavioral science. Lopreato and Crippen argue that unless sociology takes into account central developments in evolutionary science, it will not survive as an academic discipline. Crisis in Sociology argues that participation in the "new social science," exemplified by thriving new fields such as evolutionary psychology, will help to build a vigorous, scientific sociology. The authors analyze research on such subjects as sex roles, social stratification, and ethnic conflict, showing how otherwise disconnected features of the sociological landscape can in fact contribute to a theoretically coherent and cumulative body of knowledge.
Author : Peretz Bernstein
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 20,77 MB
Release : 2017-07-28
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1351473735
When first published, The Sociological Tradition had a profound and positive impact on sociology, providing a rich sense of intellectual background to a relatively new discipline in America. Robert Nisbet describes what he considers the golden age of sociology, 1830-1900, outlining five major themes of nineteenth-century sociologists: community, authority, status, the sacred, and alienation. Nisbet focuses on sociology's European heritage, delineating the arguments of Tocqueville, Marx, Durkheim, and Weber in new and revealing ways.When the book initially appeared, the Times Literary Supplement noted that this thoughtful and lucid guide shows more clearly than any previous book on social thought the common threads in the sociological tradition and the reasons why so many of its central concepts have stood the test of time. And Lewis Coser, writing in the New York Times Book Review, claimed that this lucidly written and elegantly argued volume should go a long way toward laying to rest the still prevalent idea that sociology is an upstart discipline, unconcerned with, and alien to, the major intellectual currents of the modern world.Its clear and comprehensive analysis of the origins of this discipline ensures The Sociological Tradition a permanent place in the literature on sociology and its origins. It will be of interest to those interested in sociological theory, the history of social thought, and the history of ideas. Indeed, as Alasdair Maclntyre observed: We are unlikely to be given a better book to explain to us the inheritance of sociology from the conservative tradition.
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Publisher : PediaPress
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 37,91 MB
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Author : Jose A. Fadul
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 22,97 MB
Release : 2010-10-11
Category : Education
ISBN : 0557682584
A textbook for an introductory course in sociology that is experiential, participative, image-driven, and connected (EPIC). Emphasis is given to history, sociological methodology, and applications in related fields. Timeline is especially image-rich and illustrative of the development of sociology through interactions. Theoretical consideration are each accompanied by diagrams and illustrations from actual experience with suggested participative activities.
Author : Jose A. Fadul
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 38,34 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Sociology
ISBN : 1257026550
Author : Fouad Sabry
Publisher : One Billion Knowledgeable
Page : 418 pages
File Size : 11,98 MB
Release : 2024-08-09
Category : Political Science
ISBN :
Unlock the complexities of society with "Sociology," a concise yet thorough exploration within the "Political Science" series. This book examines how societal forces influence political phenomena, shaping governance and policies, making it essential for professionals, students, and enthusiasts. Chapters Highlights: 1: Sociology - Understand foundational concepts and social behavior patterns. 2: Social Science - Explore the connections between sociology and social science. 3: Outline of Sociology - Get a structured overview of sociology's scope and methodologies. 4: Émile Durkheim - Learn about Durkheim's theories and their impact. 5: Sociology of Knowledge - Investigate how society shapes knowledge and beliefs. 6: Social Fact - Understand the role of social facts in collective behavior. 7: Social Theory - Explore various frameworks for analyzing society. 8: Structural Functionalism - Examine society as a system of interdependent parts. 9: Social Research - Discover methodologies for conducting sociological research. 10: Social Structure - Explore patterns of relationships and institutions. 11: Structure and Agency - Analyze the interaction between structures and individual actions. 12: Microsociology - Study everyday interactions and their broader implications. 13: Verstehen - Learn the interpretive approach to understanding social actions. 14: History of Sociology - Trace the development of sociological thought. 15: Antipositivism - Examine the critique of positivist approaches. 16: Philosophy of Social Science - Delve into the philosophical foundations of social science. 17: Positivism - Explore the scientific approach to studying social phenomena. 18: Sociology of Culture - Investigate the relationship between culture and society. 19: Sociological Theory - Gain insights into major sociological frameworks. 20: History of the Social Sciences - Discover the evolution of social sciences. 21: Bibliography of Sociology - Access essential readings for further study. By exploring "Sociology," you will gain valuable insights into how societal forces shape political dynamics, enhancing your understanding of the intricate relationship between society and politics.
Author : Fouad Sabry
Publisher : One Billion Knowledgeable
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 17,63 MB
Release : 2023-12-17
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN :
What is Economic Sociology The field of economic sociology is concerned with the investigation of the social factors that affect a variety of economic phenomena. A classical period and a modern time, which is referred to as "new economic sociology," are two major categories that can be used to divide the field. How you will benefit (I) Insights, and validations about the following topics: Chapter 1: Economic sociology Chapter 2: Urban sociology Chapter 3: Socioeconomics Chapter 4: Social structure Chapter 5: Mark Granovetter Chapter 6: Culture of capitalism Chapter 7: Neil Smelser Chapter 8: Peter B. Evans Chapter 9: Richard Swedberg Chapter 10: Harrison White Chapter 11: Economics imperialism Chapter 12: Víctor Nee Chapter 13: Sociology Chapter 14: Nonmarket forces Chapter 15: Bibliography of sociology Chapter 16: Embeddedness Chapter 17: Jens Beckert Chapter 18: J. Rogers Hollingsworth Chapter 19: Socio-Economic Review Chapter 20: Arthur Stinchcombe Chapter 21: Nina Bandelj (II) Answering the public top questions about economic sociology. (III) Real world examples for the usage of economic sociology in many fields. (IV) Rich glossary featuring over 1200 terms to unlock a comprehensive understanding of economic sociology. (eBook only). Who will benefit Professionals, undergraduate and graduate students, enthusiasts, hobbyists, and those who want to go beyond basic knowledge or information for any kind of economic sociology.
Author : Charles Thorpe
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 25,31 MB
Release : 2022-02-28
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1793625980
The Covid-19 pandemic and the disruptions of climate change are features of post-normal times. In Sociology in Post-Normal Times, Charles Thorpe contends that the modern project of creating normalcy within the nation state has broken down. Integral to this is sociology, which is the science of social reform. Drawing from the work of seminal theorists such as Zygmunt Bauman and Anthony Giddens, Thorpe contends that sociology's “society” is no longer viable because globalization has put an end to social reform, thus the assumptions and goals of sociology must be left behind in order to create a new global humanity. In the face of the pandemic and climate change, Sociology in Post-Normal Times demands no less than the birth of a global humanity beyond nation states as the precondition for human survival.
