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The Structure of Social Theory (Routledge Studies in Social and Political Thought) - Hardcover

Book 23 of 165: Routledge Studies in Social and Political Thought

King, Anthony

 
9780415263344: The Structure of Social Theory (Routledge Studies in Social and Political Thought)
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0415263344 ISBN 13: 9780415263344
Publisher: Routledge, 2004

Synopsis

Drawing on the work of Gadamer, the book demonstrates that a sociology which focuses on social relations does not imply a return to idealism, nor a retreat into individualism, nor a rejection of critique. Rather, a hermeneutic sociology which prioritises human social relations is the only coherent paradigm which is available today. The author argues that sociologists studying the dramatic social transformations which are currently occuring should focus on social relations between humans; they should not attempt to understand contemporary changes in terms of structure and agency.

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About the Author

Anthony King is Professor in Sociology at Exeter University.

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Publisher
Routledge
Publication date
2004
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0415263344
ISBN 13 
9780415263344
Binding
Hardcover
Edition number
1
Number of pages
288