The Foundations of Sociological Theory (Volume 1 and 2)

Author: James S. Coleman
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Publish Date: 1999-10-01
Features: This book is one of the most important works in the field of sociology and social theory today, establishing new research directions for the development of sociology in the coming decades. It fully recognizes the need for theoretical knowledge in rebuilding society and strives to meet this demand. As part of the "Social Theory Translation Series," this classic work on social theory was written by the renowned sociologist, Professor James Coleman. The purpose of this book is: humanity is advancing, and society is progressing. To understand where humanity is headed, a social theory is needed as a guide to research whether the direction of human progress is correct, whether it can be changed, and how to choose the direction. The book is divided into five parts, starting from the most basic human actions and relationships and extending to the mathematical analysis of complex social actions. It is comprehensive, progressive in difficulty, and highly theoretical. Target Audience: Researchers in sociology theory, sociologists, and faculty and students of sociology departments in universities and colleges.