Merton as a general theorist: Structures, choices, mechanisms, and consequences

Article Abstract:

A highly successful general model of the coresocial psychological processes that brought together key elements common to range of Robert Merton's more substantive works is presented. The model is extended to incorporate more of the cultural and social structural properties central to Merton's approach and a more detailed exegesis that legitimated the claim made by an array of commentators contrary to the impression created by the doctrine of middle range theorizing.

Works, Social theorists, Merton, Robert K.

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Edward Shils' turn against Karl Mannheim: the central European connection

Article Abstract:

A historical case study of Edward Shils's engagement with Karl Mannheim's sociology of knowledge is provided. Shils was initially favorably impressed by Mannheim, but during the Second World War, he shifted his perspective and later became highly critical of Mannheim as a result of debates arising in intellectual circles in Central Europe which found its way to London.

Science & research, Research, Evaluation, Knowledge, Sociology of, Sociology of knowledge, Shils, Edward, Mannheim, Karl

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Wag the dog: a canine hotel may shound luxe, but there's no place like home

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Lisa Katayama booked her dog, Ruby, into Wag, a San Francisco pet hotel, and watch her from the web camera provided by the hotel. Unable to control her anxiety and concern for her pet dog, she eventually decided to take her dog back.

Personal narratives, Dogs, Grooming, Pet boarding facilities

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