Conceptualising the social world [electronic resource] : principles of sociological analysis / John Scott.

"This comprehensive and authoritative statement of fundamental principles of sociological analysis integrates approaches that are often seen as mutually exclusive. John Scott argues that theorising in sociology and other social sciences is characterised by the application of eight key principles of...

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Main Author: Scott, John, 1949-
Language:English
Published: Cambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2011.
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Conceptualising the Social World: Principles of Sociological Analysis
Format: Electronic eBook
Contents:
  • Machine generated contents note: 1. Diversity and continuity in social theory; 2. Culture: the socialisation of meaning; 3. Nature: conditions and constraints; 4. Systemic processes: regulation and control; 5. Space-time: forms and practices; 6. Social structure: institutions and relations; 7. Social action: interpersonal and collective; 8. Subjects: socialised minds; 9. Social development: differentiation and change; 10. Conclusion.