Smelser, Neil J

Comparative Methods in the Social Sciences

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ISBN 13:
9781610271707
author:
Smelser, Neil J
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Quid Pro, LLC
language:
English
Publication Year:
2013
Pages:
270
Dimensions:
23.4 x 15.6 x 1.5 centimetres (0
Genre:
Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Sociology,
Condition:
New
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£27.60

Description

Neil Smelser's seminal work remains the most authoritative statement on methodological issues for comparative scholars across various disciplines. This study offers a clear and concise analysis of timeless methodological concerns, making it an essential resource for working scholars and students navigating complex comparative studies.

The book provides a pragmatic and critical examination of classic studies by influential thinkers such as Alexis de Tocqueville, Émile Durkheim, and Max Weber. Smelser's approach respects the historical context of their work while also addressing broader issues, including cross-unit comparability, empirical representation, and historical causality.

Written by an internationally recognized expert in the field, this book is a well-known and frequently referenced study of methodology and its applications in the social sciences. It presents a nuanced understanding of how approaches vary across disciplines and provides valuable insights for scholars seeking to address common methodological challenges.

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