Invitation to Sociology
A Humanistic Perspective
$28.52
- Paperback
208 pages
- Release Date
1 March 1963
Summary
This lucid and lively book, punctuated with witty, incisive examples, is addressed both to the layman who wants to know what sociology is all about and to students and sociologists who are concerned about the larger implications and dimensions of their discipline.
Professor Berger places sociology in the humanist tradition and recognizes it as a “peculiarly modern, peculiarly timely form of critical thought.” Without underestimating the importance of scientific procedures in sociology…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780385065290 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0385065299 |
| Author: | Peter L. Berger |
| Publisher: | Random House USA Inc |
| Imprint: | Anchor Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 208 |
| Edition: | 1st |
| Release Date: | 1 March 1963 |
| Weight: | 181g |
| Dimensions: | 202mm x 131mm x 11mm |
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About The Author
Peter L. Berger
Peter L. Berger (Boston, MA) is University Professor of Sociology, Emeritus, at Boston University and the founder and Senior Research Fellow of the Institute on Culture, Religion, and World Affairs. He has written numerous books on sociological theory, the sociology of religion, and Third World development. Professor Berger has received honorary degrees from Loyola University, University of Notre Dame, University of Geneva, University of Munich, Sofia University, and Renmin University of China.
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