Max Weber: Selections in Translation - Softcover

Weber, Max

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521292689 ISBN 13: 9780521292689

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1978

Synopsis

In this volume, Mr Runciman has selected extracts, from Max Weber's writings which reflect the full range of his major concerns: the nature of domination in human society, the role of ideas in history, the social determinants of religion, the origin and impact of industrial capitalism and the scope and limits of social science itself. He has also included some shorter extracts from Weber's less familiar writings on such diverse topics as the stock exchange and the history of the piano.

About this title

Book Description:

A selection of Weber's writings newly translated with critical introductions for the student.

About the Author:

Max Weber (1864-1920) was one of the founders of contemporary social science and arguably the greatest influence on the evolution of sociology--its theory and historical linkages. His work focused on the areas of the history and theology of religion, political systems, and organizational theory and behavior. He studied at the University of Heidelberg followed by the University of Berlin. After completing his advanced studies, he became professor of economics first at Freiburg University and then at the University of Heidelberg.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1978
• ISBN 10: 0521292689
• ISBN 13: 9780521292689
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 412
• Editor: Runciman W. G.