Adam Smith and Modern Sociology a Study in the Methodology of the Social Sciences (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781432609221)

""Adam Smith and Modern Sociology: A Study in the Methodology of the Social Sciences"" by Albion W. Small is a book that explores the influence of Adam Smith's economic theories on modern sociology. The author argues that Smith's ideas, particularly his concept of the invisible hand and his emphasis on individual self-interest, have had a significant impact on the way sociologists approach the study of social phenomena. The book provides a detailed analysis of Smith's economic theories and their relevance to sociology, as well as a critique of some of the limitations of Smith's ideas. The author also examines the ways in which sociologists have incorporated Smith's ideas into their own research, and the implications of this for the social sciences as a whole. Overall, ""Adam Smith and Modern Sociology"" offers a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between economics and sociology, and the ways in which the two disciplines can inform and enrich one another. It will be of interest to scholars and students of both fields, as well as anyone interested in the history and philosophy of the social sciences.1907. Contents: The Sources; The Economics and Sociology of Labor; The Economics and Sociology of Capital; Economic vs. Sociological Interpretation of History; The Problems of Economic and of Sociological Science; and The Relation of Economic Technology to Other Social Technologies, and to Sociology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Albion W. Small
ISBN-10: 143260922X
ISBN-13: 9781432609221
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/05/2004
Pages: 260
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.22lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d