Sociological Theory (Routledge Revivals)

Pretence and Possibility

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Sociology, Marriage & Family
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Author: Keith Dixon ISBN: 9781317815112
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: December 19, 2013
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Keith Dixon
ISBN: 9781317815112
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: December 19, 2013
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

First published in 1973, this book is concerned with the question of whether Sociology is, or ought to be, a theoretical science. Keith Dixon argues that the pretence to the theoretical is a hindrance to the development of the field of Sociology, which devalues significant empirical work by giving status to research findings only in so far as they relate to often arbitrary theoretical concerns. Dixon addresses the historical dimension in the explanation of human nature and rational action. This reissue will be of particular value to students and academics with an interest in the empirical and theoretical methodology applied to Sociological research.

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First published in 1973, this book is concerned with the question of whether Sociology is, or ought to be, a theoretical science. Keith Dixon argues that the pretence to the theoretical is a hindrance to the development of the field of Sociology, which devalues significant empirical work by giving status to research findings only in so far as they relate to often arbitrary theoretical concerns. Dixon addresses the historical dimension in the explanation of human nature and rational action. This reissue will be of particular value to students and academics with an interest in the empirical and theoretical methodology applied to Sociological research.

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