Rethinking Sociological Theory: Introducing and Explaining a Scientific Theoretical Sociology

Rethinking Sociological Theory: Introducing and Explaining a Scientific Theoretical Sociology
ISBN-10
1612052053
ISBN-13
9781612052052
Category
Sociology
Pages
267
Language
English
Published
2012
Publisher
Routledge
Author
Stephen K. Sanderson

Description

Stephen K. Sanderson s latest book recaptures a scientific theoretical sociology, one whose fundamental aim is the formulation of real theories that can be empirically tested. Sanderson reviews the major theoretical traditions within contemporary sociology, explicating their key principles, critically evaluating these principles and their applications, and showcasing exemplars. He judges each tradition by asking whether it has generated falsifiable research programs. Although principally a work of theoretical critique, "Rethinking Sociological Theory" is also a valuable textbook for both undergraduate and graduate courses in sociological theory."

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