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What is the significance of Structuralism for social science? How original is Lévi-Strauss' contribution to social theory? Is he Marxist? Though Structuralism, and its leading representative Lévi-Strauss, are central to sociology, anthropology and psychology, the complexity of his work and the obscurity of his commentators have often proved a barrier to understanding. Now for the first time, Dr Badcock provides a jargon-free assessment of Lévi-Strauss' place in the tradition of French sociological thought – particularly to predecessors such as Comte, Durkheim and Mauss – discusses his relationship to Marx, Sartre, Freud and Talcott Parsons and provides a concise, non-technical account of his complex ideas on kinship, totenism and myth.
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Le?vi-Strauss: Structuralism and sociological theory (Hutchinson university library)
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Paperback. Condition: Good. An insightful exploration of Claude Lévi-Strauss's contribution to social theory, this paperback, part of the Hutchinson University Library series, delves into the significance of Structuralism for social science. Dr. Badcock provides a jargon-free assessment, clarifying Lévi-Strauss's complex ideas on kinship, totemism, and myth. The book discusses his intellectual lineage, examining his relationship to predecessors like Comte, Durkheim, and Mauss, as well as contemporaries such as Marx, Sartre, Freud, and Talcott Parsons.Despite Structuralism's central role in sociology, anthropology, and psychology, the intricacies of Lévi-Strauss's work have often proven challenging. This volume aims to demystify his theories and establish his unique place in the tradition of French sociological thought. Offered in good condition, this 1975 paperback remains a valuable resource for students and scholars alike. Seller Inventory # SCAN-21-84CBC598