The Structure of Social Action, Volume II: Weber

by Talcott Parsons

A study in social theory with special reference to a group of recent European writers.

Genres: Sociology, Philosophy, Nonfiction

368 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 1967

About the author

Talcott Parsons was an American sociologist of the classical tradition, best known for his social action theory and structural functionalism. Parsons is considered one of the most influential figures in sociology in the 20th century. After earning a PhD in economics, he served on the faculty at Harvard University from 1927 to 1973. In 1930, he was among the first professors in its new sociology department. Later, he was instrumental in the establishment of the Department of Social Relations at Harvard.

Reviews

[Michael]

The second volume really ties together the systematization of Marshall, Pareto, Durkheim, and Weber in a generalized theory of action cutting across and uniting all other domains of study.