SOCIOLOGY: A multiple paradigm science

Book Details

• Author: George Ritzer

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Language: English

• ISBN: 9788131611470

• Pages: 240

• Binding: Hardcover

About the Book

In recent years, sociology has been undergoing a theoretical and methodological upheaval, with sociologists split between those who advocate for a scientific and theoretical approach and those who view sociology as a more responsive and flexible science that can tackle pressing social problems. In this insightful work, George Ritzer brings together the varied and often conflicting perspectives within sociology, offering a comprehensive look at the range and wealth of ideas that characterize the discipline today.

Ritzer explores new paradigms, shifting away from the traditional scientific approach, and suggests that multiple paradigms can coexist and support one another. This book offers an innovative approach to sociology by redefining the science in terms of its diverse social phenomena, rather than defining the social phenomena in terms of the science itself.

The book offers a critical analysis of paradigmatic differences within sociology, covering various perspectives such as the social facts paradigm, social definition paradigm, and social behavior paradigm. Ritzer’s work challenges traditional paradigms and offers a framework for understanding how sociology can evolve in the future.

This thought-provoking book is an essential read for those interested in the future of sociology, its various paradigms, and its role in addressing social issues. It will appeal to students, scholars, and anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the evolving nature of sociological theory and its applications.