Soziologie und Sozialgeschichte

The book explores various theoretical and methodological aspects of historical sociology and social history. It addresses the relationship between sociology and history, examining how social structures relate to historical contexts. Key discussions include the distinctions and connections between social history and economic history, as well as the challenges of empirical historical research. The text delves into the application of concepts from operations research and simulation models in social historical studies, highlighting the importance of historical facts and scientific data in understanding conflicts. Comparative approaches are also emphasized, such as the development of education during state and nation-building processes, and the emergence of social sentiments in early industrialism across different countries. The analysis extends to social change in Central Europe from 1780 to 1840, and urban sociology, investigating the interplay between urban history and criminal sociology. Additionally, the book critiques Marxist perspectives within historical sociology, examining the contributions of key theorists and the evolution of Marxist social history, particularly in the context of East Germany. New research findings are presented, focusing on modernization in imperial Germany, cultural changes in 19th-century Bavaria, and the socio-economic conflicts during early industrialization. The text concludes with a bibliograph