Historical Sociology by Harry Elmer Barnes

Hardcover. Condition: Good, Dust Jacket: Good. 1948. Philosophical Library. 1st Edition.

Historical Sociology: Its Origins and Development by Harry Elmer Barnes is a comprehensive study of the evolution of historical sociology as a discipline. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the origins and development of this field, tracing its evolution from the early 19th century to the mid-20th century.Barnes explores the key thinkers and ideas that have shaped historical sociology, including Auguste Comte, Emile Durkheim, Max Weber, and Karl Marx. He also examines the social and political contexts in which these ideas emerged and the ways in which they have influenced the development of the discipline.The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of the origins of historical sociology, tracing its roots in the Enlightenment and the French Revolution. The second part examines the key thinkers and ideas that have shaped the discipline, including the emergence of positivism, the rise of evolutionary theory, and the development of Marxist and Weberian approaches to historical sociology.The third part of the book explores the contemporary state of historical sociology and its future prospects. Barnes argues that historical sociology has an important role to play in understanding the complex social and political challenges of the 21st century.Overall, Historical Sociology: Its Origins and Development is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of sociology and the evolution of social thought.