Delanty, Gerard
Philosophies of Social Science: The Classic and Contemporary Readings
- ISBN 13:
- 9780335208845
- author:
- Delanty, Gerard
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Open University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 576
- Dimensions:
- 171mm X 240mm
- Genre:
- Social theory
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
This collection of extracts from classic works on the philosophy of social science provides an essential resource for understanding the subject. It highlights the work of influential authors who have shaped social science, offering insights into its nature and limits.
Featuring over sixty readings, this landmark reference covers key topics such as the meaning of method in social science, debates about pragmatism, feminism, and postmodernism, and the impact of world transformations on claims to social scientific knowledge.
Perfect for students, scholars, or anyone interested in the philosophy of social science, this book offers a comprehensive account of the subject's core issues and concepts.