In this fundamental contribution to the study and application of sociological theory, Wallace examines a wide range of theories within a framework that clarifies their interrelationships and illustrates their implications for empirical research. Wallace is able to point out the symbiotic relationships among these theories which, at first, may appear to be in direct opposition--or at least discord.
Sociological Theory begins with an original essay by the editor that introduces the reader to eleven general theoretical viewpoints. He calls these ecologism, demographism,...
In this fundamental contribution to the study and application of sociological theory, Wallace examines a wide range of theories within a framework ...
Principles of Scientific Sociology represents a major attempt to redirect the course of contemporary sociological thought. It is clear, well-organized, innovative, and original in its discussion of the context and methods of sociology conceived as a natural science. Wallace delineates the subject matter of sociology, classifies its variables, presents a logic of inquiry, and advocates the use of this logic for the acceptance or rejection of hypotheses or theories and for the solving of human problems.
Social scientists, including political scientists, sociologists,...
Principles of Scientific Sociology represents a major attempt to redirect the course of contemporary sociological thought. It is clear, we...
Eugenia had grown up on a farm on the Manitoulin Island but then came the time to move to the city of Sault Ste. Marie to attend college. She was unprepared for the changes that she faced but she drew strength from her faith. After she met Edward Wallace and fell madly in love with him, her life really changed. All she wanted to do was marry her wonderful man and settle down to make a good home for him. She would make him a good wife and they would live happily ever after. She was so naive and she prayed for guidance. Was happiness in her future?
Eugenia had grown up on a farm on the Manitoulin Island but then came the time to move to the city of Sault Ste. Marie to attend college. She was unpr...
