Rethinking Sociological Theory: Introducing and Explaining a Scientific Theoretical Sociology [Hardcover]

Stephen K. Sanderson s latest book recaptures a scientific theoretical sociology, one whose fundamental aim is the formulation of real theories that can be empirically tested. Sanderson reviews the major theoretical traditions within contemporary sociology, explicating their key principles, critically evaluating these principles and their applications, and showcasing exemplars. He judges each tradition by asking whether it has generated falsifiable research programs. Although principally a work of theoretical critique, Rethinking Sociological Theory is also a valuable textbook for both undergraduate and graduate courses in sociological theory. Stephen K. Sanderson s latest book recaptures a scientific theoretical sociology, one whose fundamental aim is the formulation of real theories that can be empirically tested.Chapter One Functionalism; Chapter Two Social Constructionism; Chapter Three Marxian Conflict Theory; Chapter Four Weberian Conflict Theory; Chapter Five World-Systems Analysis; Chapter Six Exchange and Rational Choice Theory; Chapter Seven Cultural Materialism; Chapter Eight Social Evolutionism; Chapter Nine Sociobiology; Chapter Ten Eclecticism; epilogue Epilogue;USCopyright ? 2012, Taylor & Francis.