Description: Making Social Science Matter: Why Social Inquiry Fails and How it Can Succeed AgainBent Flyvbjerg Cambridge University Press Hardcover Unused and unread, minor cosmetic imperfections such as scuffing or minor creasing. Stamped 'damaged' by publisher to a non-text page. EAN: 9780521772686 Published 18/01/2001 Language: English 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. 1. The science wars a way out Part I. Why Social Science has Failed as Science 2. Rationality, body, and intuition in human learning 3. Is theory possible in social science? 4. Context counts Part II. How Social Science Can Matter Again 5. Values in social and political inquiry 6. The power of example 7. The significance of conflict and power to social science 8. Empowering Aristotle 9. Methodological guidelines for a reformed social science 10. Examples and illustrations narratives of value and power 11. Social science that matters Notes Index. DispatchIn stock here - same-day dispatch from England. My SKU: 3270244RefundsNo-hassle refunds are always available if your book is not as expected.Terms and Conditions of SaleSorry - no collections. All sales are subject to extended Terms and Conditions of Sale as well as the Return Policy and Payment Instructions. Visit my eBay Store for details andmany more books. Template layout and design, "JNC Academic Books", "needbooks", Copyright © JNC INC. Designated trademarks, layouts and brands are the property of their respective owners. All Rights Reserved.
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Title: Making Social Science Matter: Why Social Inquiry Fails and How it
ISBN: 0521772680
Pages: 216
Number of Pages: 216 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: Making Social Science Matter: Why Social Inquiry Fails and How It Can Succeed Again
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication Year: 2001
Subject: Sociology
Item Height: 229 mm
Item Weight: 490 g
Type: Textbook
Author: Bent Flyvbjerg
Subject Area: Social Research
Item Width: 152 mm
Format: Hardcover
