Science, Values and Politics in Max Weber's Methodology - New Expanded Edition (Hardcover, New Expanded Ed)

First published in 1972, this book on Weber's methodological writings is today regarded as a modern classic in its field. In this new expanded edition, the author has revised and updated the original text, and translated the numerous German quotations into English. He has also added a new introduction, where he discusses major issues raised in the relevant secondary literature since 1972. The author traces the relationship between values and science in Max Weber's methodology of its central aspects: value freedom, value relation (Wertbeziehung), value analysis, the ideal type and the special problems which pertain to the sphere of politics. Weber's thought is presented and discussed on the basis of a meticulous analysis of all available, published or unpublished, original material. The book is indispensable for all serious Weber scholars and provides the general student with a clear, accessible and authoritative exposition of major aspects of Weber's methodology.

General

Imprint:	Ashgate Publishing Limited
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Rethinking Classical Sociology
Release date:	2007
First published:	2007
Authors:	Hans Henrik Bruun
Dimensions:	234 x 156mm (L x W)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	320
Edition:	New Expanded Ed
ISBN-13:	978-0-7546-4529-0
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social theory Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political science & theory
LSN:	0-7546-4529-0
Barcode:	9780754645290

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