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Sears, Alan, 1956-

A good book, in theory : making sense through inquiry / Alan Sears and James Cairns. - Third edition. - xxii, 225 pages ; 23 cm

Includes bibliographical references (pages 209-216) and index.

An interesting idea, in theory -- Theory matters -- But how do you know? -- You are here : mapping social relations -- The real world : making sense of perceptions -- Nature and culture : the social construction of distinctions -- Making time : clocking social relations -- Conclusion : the politics of social theory.

This highly original and compelling book offers an introduction to the art and science of social inquiry, including the theoretical and methodological frameworks that support that inquiry.



ISBN: 9781442600782 1442600780 9781442600775 1442600772

LCCN: 2016440075

Nat. Bib. No.: 20149066333 can

Nat. Bib. Agency Control No.: 20149066333 (AMICUS)000043109592

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Critical thinking.
Sociology--Philosophy.
Pensée critique.
Sociologie--Philosophie.
Critical thinking.
Sociology--Philosophy.

LC Class. No.: LB2395.35 / .S43 2015

Dewey Class. No.: 301.01