A History and Theory of the Social Sciences

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Focusing on the evolution of social theory from the 19th century to the modern era, the book explores the intersection of social planning and capitalism's 'golden age' in the 1950s and 60s. It delves into foundational concepts such as choice, decision, action, and institution, while also addressing the collectivist alternative of society, culture, and polity, often criticized by postmodernists. This work offers significant insights into contemporary social theory and the challenges faced by social science today.