Sociology 223f - Development of SocialThought

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Mount Holyoke College

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This course examines the origins and development of sociological theory in the nineteenth century. Focusing on the three most important representatives of the classical tradition in sociology - Karl Marx, MaxWeber, and Emile Durkheim - we consider in detail the ideas of each, compare their perspectives on emerging industrial society, and assess their contemporary significance. Meets Social Sciences III-A requirement K. Tucker Prereq. Sociology 123 or Anthropology 105, soph, jr, sr; 4 credits

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mtholyoke.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 538-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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