Making Social Science Matter: Why Social Inquiry Fails And How It Can Succeed Again
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- Synopsis
- Making Social Science Matter presents an exciting new approach to the social and behavioral sciences including theoretical argument, methodological guidelines, and examples of practical application. Why has social science failed in attempts to emulate natural science and produce normal theory? Bent Flyvbjerg argues that the strength of social sciences lies in its rich, reflexive analysis of values and power, essential to the social and economic development of any society. Richly informed, powerfully argued, and clearly written, this book opens up a new future for the social sciences. Its empowering message will make it required reading for students and academics across the social and behavioral sciences.
- Copyright:
- 2001
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Excellent
- ISBN-13:
- 9780521772686
- Publisher:
- University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations
- Date of Addition:
- 10/14/20
- Copyrighted By:
- Bent Flyvbjerg
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Nonfiction, Social Studies, Philosophy
- Submitted By:
- Teresa Battey
- Proofread By:
- Teresa Battey
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.
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