Structuralist Analysis in Contemporary Social Thought

Focusing on the contributions of Louis Althusser and Claude Lévi-Strauss, this book explores the distinctiveness of structuralism in the social sciences. The author analyzes and contrasts their theories within their respective disciplines, reflecting on the evolution of structuralist thought since its peak popularity in France. The study highlights the growing divergences between Althusser's political ideas and Lévi-Strauss's philosophical perspectives, offering insights into the complexities of structuralism as an intellectual framework.