Parsons, Talcott 1902-1979

The social system by Talcott Parsons ( Book )
85 editions published between 1951 and 2012 in 3 languages and held by 2,558 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
An analysis of social systems using Pareto's approach

Theories of society : foundations of modern sociological theory by Talcott Parsons ( Book )
34 editions published between 1961 and 1968 in English and Catalan and held by 2,253 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Two volumes in one

Economy and society : a study in the integration of economic and social theory by Talcott Parsons ( Book )
41 editions published between 1956 and 2010 in English and Spanish and held by 2,152 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This volume is designed as a contribution to the synthesis of theory ineconomics and sociology. We believe that the degree of separationbetween these two disciplines separation emphasized by intellectualtraditions and present institutional arrangements arbitrarily concealsa degree of intrinsic intimacy between them which must be brought tothe attention of the respective professional groups

The structure of social action; a study in social theory with special reference to a group of recent European writers by Talcott Parsons ( Book )
50 editions published between 1937 and 2010 in English and held by 1,959 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Essays in sociological theory by Talcott Parsons ( Book )
40 editions published between 1949 and 2010 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,937 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Talcott Parsons needs little introduction to anyone acquainted with the literature of sociology. Few men have dominated their fields so much as Dr. Parsons does his. In this collection of nineteen essays, Dr. Parsons focuses his attention on subjects ranging from the social structure of Japan to propaganda and social control, from sociological aspects of Fascist movements to the place of psychoanalysis in society. Also dealt with are such topics as: The role of ideas in social action, the motivation of economic activities, American social structure, social classes and class conflict, and the prospects for contemporary sociological theory. The whole body of essays presented here belongs in the broad field of "application" of sociological theory. It stands in the line of scientific development of the most advanced techniques for sociological investigation and evaluation of data." -- Back cover

Toward a general theory of action by Talcott Parsons ( Book )
53 editions published between 1951 and 2001 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,906 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"This new edition introduces the social science audiences of a new century to one of the classic highlights of the mid-twentieth century. This is the most general statement of the general theory of action as it was developed by its principle exponent, Talcott Parsons, and his close collaborators who formed the core of the fabled department of social relations at Harvard University. Toward a General Theory of Action is an extremely ambitious formulation of the ingredients, dimensions, and ranges that determine human behavior. Parsons and Shils enunciate principles that are at the core of contemporary social science preoccupations-including the precarious balance between social integration and conflict. The volume is at once universal in intent and highly personal, an expression of Parsons' thought, one of the most notable sociological theorists of the century. Finally, the book symbolizes the interdisciplinary impulse that typified a widespread belief in the unity of the sciences. This edition includes the collaborative group's introductory statement, Richard Sheldon's essay on the theoretical and philosophical status of the general theory of action, and "Values, Motives and Systems of Action" by Parsons and Shils." -- Back cover

The theory of social and economic organization by Max Weber ( Book )
36 editions published between 1947 and 2010 in English and German and held by 1,887 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"A translation of part I of Max Weber's Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft."

The Negro American by Daedalus ( Book )
22 editions published between 1965 and 1970 in English and held by 1,845 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Societies; evolutionary and comparative perspectives by Talcott Parsons ( Book )
12 editions published in 1966 in English and held by 1,568 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Social structure and personality by Talcott Parsons ( Book )
23 editions published between 1964 and 1970 in 3 languages and held by 1,481 WorldCat member libraries worldwide