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Routledge What Holism Can Do for Social Theory - Book 91

Name: Routledge What Holism Can Do for Social Theory - Book 91
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Explore a new perspective on social science theory with this Routledge publication. This book reconsiders the nature of positivist philosophy by looking back at classical and medieval thought from what later became Europe. It addresses how current social theory is often slowed by debates over science, positivism, objectivity, and universal law. By examining the origins of these debates, the text suggests they may be unnecessary and narrow in their current context. Instead of getting stuck in these long-standing impasses, the book proposes a shift toward an alternative holistic epistemology. It encourages readers to view issues through the lens of interrelations rather than looking at isolated parts. This approach offers a way forward for social theory, moving past traditional limitations to find more effective ways of understanding social structures and processes. It is an essential read for those studying the foundations of social and political thought.

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Examines the foundations of positivist philosophy in social science through the lens of classical and medieval European thought.

Identifies how current debates over objectivity and universal law can limit the progress of modern social theory.

Offers a new way to approach social issues by moving from a focus on individual parts to a focus on interrelations.

Proposes an alternative holistic epistemology to solve existing theoretical impasses in the social sciences.

Part of the Routledge Studies in Social and Political Thought series for academic depth.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415743907
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 08 July 2014
Listed Since: 29 August 2013

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