How Long to Read Sociological Theory (RLE Social Theory)

How Long Does it Take to Read Sociological Theory (RLE Social Theory)?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 58 minutes to read Sociological Theory (RLE Social Theory) by Keith Dixon

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Most professional sociologists claim that sociology is, or ought to be, a theoretical science. Keith Dixon argues here that this claim is formulated in such a way that a proper evaluation of its status is extremely difficult, and that the contingent objections to the possibility of sociological theorizing are sufficiently strong for such activity to be labelled as pretence. He believes that pretence to the theoretical is a hindrance to the development of sociology proper. It devalues significant empirical work by giving status to research findings only in so far as they relate to often arbitrarily conceived 'theoretical' concerns; it leads to a systematic neglect of the historical dimension in the explanation of human behaviour; and it sets up ideals of explanation whose pursuit leads to sterility, frustration and even intellectual corruption. Keith Dixon emphasizes, however, that in attacking the contingent possibility of theory, he does not mean to devalue empirical expertise, analytic skill or the exercise of disciplined speculative intelligence. The argument of his book is that intelligence can only flourish when released from the constraints of attempting to justify the unjustifiable.

How long is Sociological Theory (RLE Social Theory)?

Sociological Theory (RLE Social Theory) by Keith Dixon is 175 pages long, and a total of 44,625 words.

This makes it 59% the length of the average book. It also has 55% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Sociological Theory (RLE Social Theory) Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 3 minutes to read Sociological Theory (RLE Social Theory) aloud.

What Reading Level is Sociological Theory (RLE Social Theory)?

Sociological Theory (RLE Social Theory) is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

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