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What Is Sociology? (European Perspectives)
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What Is Sociology? Presents In Concise And Provocative Form The Major Ideas Of A Seminal Thinker Whose Workspanning More Than Four Decadesis Only Now Gaining The Recognition Here It Has Long Had In Germany And France. Unlike Other Postwar Sociologists, Norbert Elias Has Always Held The Concept Of Historical Development Among His Central Concerns; His Dynamic Theories Of The Evolution Of Modern Man Have Remedied The Historical And Epistemological Shortcomings Of Structualism And Ethnomethodology.What Is Sociology? Refines The Arguments That Were First Found In Elias' Massive Work On The Civilizing Process, In Which He Formulated His Major Assertions About The Interdependence Of The Making Of Modern Man And Modern Society.It Is Elias' Contention That Changes In Personality Structureembodied In Phenomena Ranging From Table Manners And Hygiene Habits To Rites Of Punishment And Courtly Loveinevitably Reflect And Mould Patterns Of Control Generated By New Political And Social Instututions. Elias' Rejection Of A Dichotomy Between Individual And Society, And His Use Of Psychoanalysis, Political Theory, And Social History, Help Restore A Fullness Of Resource To Sociology.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'What Is Sociology? (European Perspectives)'? A: The main theme of 'What Is Sociology?' is the exploration of Norbert Elias's theories on the historical development of modern society and the evolution of modern man, emphasizing the interdependence between individual behavior and societal structures.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'What Is Sociology? (European Perspectives)' is Norbert Elias, a prominent sociologist known for his extensive work on the civilizing process and the historical development of societies.
- Q: When was 'What Is Sociology?' published? A: 'What Is Sociology?' was published on September 18, 1984.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'What Is Sociology?' contains 187 pages, providing a concise yet thorough examination of sociological concepts.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle for readers.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers various topics including the evolution of personality structures, the impact of political and social institutions on behavior, and the relationship between individual actions and societal norms.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in sociology? A: Yes, 'What Is Sociology?' presents complex ideas in a concise manner, making it suitable for beginners as well as those looking to deepen their understanding of sociological concepts.
- Q: Does the book include any case studies or examples? A: While the book primarily focuses on theoretical frameworks, it uses various historical and social examples to illustrate Elias's arguments about societal evolution.
- Q: What makes Norbert Elias's perspective unique? A: Elias's perspective is unique due to his rejection of the dichotomy between individual and society, integrating psychoanalysis, political theory, and social history into his sociological analysis.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic purposes? A: Yes, 'What Is Sociology?' is a valuable resource for academic purposes, particularly in sociology courses, as it discusses foundational theories relevant to the field.