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Economy and Society: Overviews in Economic Sociology

Neil J. Smelser

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This is the first overview of the interface between economics and sociology. Normally considered quite separately, the volume reconciles the disciplines. Amongst the many questions considered are: the formal relationship between the two disciplines; the distinctive ranges of empirical data which each discipline calls into question; how the substantive findings of one discipline can modify the assumptions of the other.

The book explores the historical development of economic theories of society and the concept of the rational economic actor and contextualizes debates on rationality. The contribution of economic sociology is demonstrated through critical assessments of key areas of the literature such as the state\market divi

Language: English

Pages: 322

Format: Paperback

Release: December 28, 1990

ISBN 13: 9780803984172

Economy and Society: Overviews in Economic Sociology

Neil J. Smelser

0/5 ( ratings)

This is the first overview of the interface between economics and sociology. Normally considered quite separately, the volume reconciles the disciplines. Amongst the many questions considered are: the formal relationship between the two disciplines; the distinctive ranges of empirical data which each discipline calls into question; how the substantive findings of one discipline can modify the assumptions of the other.

The book explores the historical development of economic theories of society and the concept of the rational economic actor and contextualizes debates on rationality. The contribution of economic sociology is demonstrated through critical assessments of key areas of the literature such as the state\market divi

Language: English

Pages: 322

Format: Paperback

Release: December 28, 1990

ISBN 13: 9780803984172

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