''Basic Concepts in Sociology'' is a
book
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written by
Maximilian Weber, a German
economist
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The individual may also study, develop, and apply theories and concepts from economics and write about economic policy. Within this ...
and
sociologist. The original edition was published in 1922 in German as , but various
translation
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s to English exist. The first known of these was written in 1962.
Editions of Basic Concepts in Sociology by Max Weber
Retrieved 2015-01-05.
This is part of a monumental work that was interrupted by Weber's death. He attempted to summarize all important concepts of sociology
Sociology is a social science that focuses on society, human social behavior, patterns of Interpersonal ties, social relationships, social interaction, and aspects of culture associated with everyday life. It uses various methods of Empirical ...
in that part.
See also
*The Three Types of Legitimate Rule
"The Three Types of Legitimate Rule" (''Die drei reinen Typen der legitimen Herrschaft'') is an essay written by Max Weber, a German economist and sociologist, explaining his tripartite classification of authority. Originally published in the jo ...
(discussion of concepts from the chapter "Bases of Legitimate Order")
References
External links
''Basic Concepts in Sociology''
online ebook.
1922 non-fiction books
Sociology books
Works by Max Weber
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