John H. Goldthorpe: Consensus and Controversy
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Overview
This volume forms part of a series on contemporary sociologists. The work of each scholar chosen is internationally recognized and relates to the core of sociology in the 1990s. This text covers the main themes of John Goldthorpe's work, and includes his replies to criticisms of his ideas.
Synopsis
This volume forms part of a series on contemporary sociologists. The work of each scholar chosen is internationally recognized and relates to the core of sociology in the 1990s. This text covers the main themes of John Goldthorpe's work, and includes his replies to criticisms of his ideas.
Booknews
See preceding entry. Goldthorpe is a central figure in the development of the discipline of sociology since the mid-1960s, particularly noted for his role in developing collaborative empirical research on social mobility in industrial nations. This volume presents an intensive and combative review of Goldthorpe's work by 21 contributors from six countries, and concludes with a powerful response by Goldthorpe. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)