HANDBOOK OF SOCIOLOGICAL THEORY

Book Details

• Author: Jonathan H. Turner

• Publisher: Springer

• Language: English

• Edition: 2023

• ISBN: 9781071631126

• Pages: 760

• Cover: Hardcover

About the Book

This authoritative and expansive volume by Jonathan H. Turner presents a comprehensive exploration of contemporary sociological theory through a rich compilation of perspectives, methodologies, and evolving frameworks. As one of the leading voices in sociology, Turner, along with prominent contributors, brings together 31 insightful chapters that span across the entire theoretical spectrum of the discipline.

The handbook is thoughtfully divided into thematic sections addressing the methodologies and strategies of theorizing, the cultural turn in sociology, interaction processes, macro-level systems thinking, evolutionary approaches, power and conflict theories, and rational choice frameworks. Each chapter delves deeply into a specific area, offering both classical insights and new directions for future scholarship.

Highlights include discussions on formal theory, symbolic interactionism, cultural identity, systems theory, sociobiological approaches, Marxist and Weberian traditions, feminist theory, and rationality-based models. Contributors such as George Ritzer, Jeffrey Alexander, Michele Lamont, Charles Tilly, Cecilia Ridgeway, and Judith Blau enrich the text with their distinct theoretical lenses and research depth.

Ideal for graduate students, academic researchers, and educators, this handbook not only provides a robust foundation in sociological theory but also charts new territories in understanding contemporary society and social behavior. With its interdisciplinary and global outlook, this is an indispensable resource for anyone seeking to engage seriously with the discipline of sociology.