The Catholic Ethic in American Society : An Exploration of Values

Tropman, John E.

ISBN 10: 0787901237 / ISBN 13: 9780787901233

Published by Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John, 1995

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Synopsis:

Based on years of scholarly research, this book offers a fresh perspective of the Protestant ethic by contrasting it with the newly identified Catholic charity ethic. There are several key features that distinguish the Catholic ethic from its Protestant counterpart, including how each ethic values money and work, family and community, and the individual. The Protestant ethic is rooted in the values of work, wealth, and achievement while the Catholic ethic is firmly based on long–standing traditions and beliefs of sharing. When the two are compared, the Catholic ethic has a stronger value base for providing assistance to others, especially the poor and the disadvantaged. John Tropman presents an insightful analysis of the deeply ingrained attitudes Americans have about money and work, and their view of people who have neither.

This is a valuable work for sociologists, political scientists, social activists, religion scholars and students, and fundraisers of charitable organizations.

About the Author: JOHN E. TROPMAN is professor of Social Policy and Nonprofit Management, School of Social Work, University of Michigan, and adjunct professor of Organizational Behavior and Human Resources Management at the Michigan Business School. He is the author or coauthor of numerous books including American Values and Social Welfare (1989), Policy Management in the Human Services (1984), Entrepreneurial Systems for the 1990′s (1989), Public Policy Opinion and the Elderly (1987).

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Catholic Ethic in American Society : An ...
Publisher: Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
Publication Date: 1995
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
Edition: 1st ed.