Parsons, Talcott 1902-1979

Overview

Works:	701 works in 3,169 publications in 10 languages and 66,609 library holdings
Genres:	Biography History Conference papers and proceedings Criticism, interpretation, etc Legislative hearings Case studies Study guides
Roles:	Author, Editor, Translator, Contributor, Honoree, Author of introduction, Other, Dedicatee, Speaker, Creator, Author of afterword, colophon, etc., ed
Classifications:	HM15, 301

Publication Timeline

Most widely held works about Talcott Parsons

Social action systems : foundation and synthesis in sociological theory by Thomas J Fararo( )
Order and agency in modernity : Talcott Parsons, Erving Goffman, and Harold Garfinkel by Kwang-ki Kim( )
The social theories of Talcott Parsons; a critical examination by Max Black( Book )
Talcott Parsons : theorist of modernity by Roland Robertson( )
Talcott Parsons : an introduction by Sandro Segre( )

The sociology of Talcott Parsons by François Bourricaud( Book )
The social thought of Talcott Parsons : methodology and American ethos by Uta Gerhardt( )
Sociological analysis and politics; the theories of Talcott Parsons by William C Mitchell( Book )
Talcott Parsons and American sociology by Guy Rocher( Book )
Talcott Parsons by Peter Hamilton( Book )
Talcott Parsons and the social image of man by Ken Menzies( Book )
The Anthem companion to Talcott Parsons by A. Javier Treviño( )
Ideology and social knowledge by Harold J Bershady( Book )
Talcott Parsons on institutions and social evolution : selected writings by Talcott Parsons( Book )
Talcott Parsons today : his theory and legacy in contemporary sociology( Book )
Talcott Parsons on economy and society by R. J Holton( Book )
Neofunctionalism by Jeffrey C Alexander( Book )
Talcott Parsons : an intellectual biography by Uta Gerhardt( Book )
The feral classroom by James Macpherson( Book )
The theories of Talcott Parsons : the social relations of action by Stephen P Savage( Book )

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Most widely held works by Talcott Parsons

The social system by Talcott Parsons( Book )

207 editions published between 1951 and 2012 in 6 languages and held by 2,849 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

An analysis of social systems using Pareto's approach

Economy and society : a study in the integration of economic and social theory by Talcott Parsons( Book )

122 editions published between 1956 and 2010 in 3 languages and held by 2,651 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

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The theory of social and economic organization by Max Weber( Book )

90 editions published between 1947 and 2010 in 3 languages and held by 2,300 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

"A translation of part I of Max Weber's Wirtschaft und Gesellschaft."

Theories of society : foundations of modern sociological theory by Talcott Parsons( Book )

94 editions published between 1961 and 1968 in English and Catalan and held by 2,239 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Two volumes in one

Toward a general theory of action by Talcott Parsons( Book )

129 editions published between 1951 and 2017 in 4 languages and held by 2,061 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

Essays in sociological theory by Talcott Parsons( Book )

137 editions published between 1949 and 2014 in 4 languages and held by 2,014 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

The structure of social action; a study in social theory with special reference to a group of recent European writers by Talcott Parsons( Book )

131 editions published between 1900 and 2010 in 3 languages and held by 1,923 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Ben shu gong fen 4 bu fen, Nei rong bao kuo:shi zheng zhu yi de xing dong li lun, Yuan yu shi zheng zhu yi chuan tong de wei yi zhi lun xing dong li lun de chu xian, Cong wei xin zhu yi chuan tong zhong chan sheng de wei yi zhi lun xing dong li lun he jie lun

The Negro American by Daedalus( Book )

42 editions published between 1965 and 1970 in English and held by 1,770 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Most of the essays, some in slightly different form, appeared originally in the fall 1965 and Winter 1966 issues of Daedalus

The Protestant ethic and the spirit of capitalism by Max Weber( Book )

104 editions published between 1930 and 2014 in English and German and held by 1,522 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

The Protestant ethic -- a moral code stressing hard work, rigorous self-discipline, and the organization of one's life in the service of God -- was made famous by sociologist and political economist Max Weber. In this brilliant study (his best-known and most controversial), he opposes the Marxist concept of dialectical materialism and its view that change takes place through "the struggle of opposites." Instead, he relates the rise of a capitalist economy to the Puritan determination to work out anxiety over salvation or damnation by performing good deeds -- an effort that ultimately discouraged belief in predestination and encouraged capitalism. Weber's classic study has long been required reading in college and advanced high school social studies classrooms

Family, socialization and interaction process by Talcott Parsons( Book )

87 editions published between 1954 and 2007 in 4 languages and held by 1,511 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Literaturverz. S. 409 - 411

Social structure and personality by Talcott Parsons( Book )

57 editions published between 1946 and 2007 in English and held by 1,469 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Societies ; evolutionary and comparative perspectives by Talcott Parsons( Book )

23 editions published between 1966 and 1990 in English and held by 1,423 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

This publication deals with societies and their constituent parts

Sociological theory and modern society by Talcott Parsons( Book )

21 editions published between 1967 and 1968 in English and held by 1,362 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Structure and process in modern societies by Talcott Parsons( Book )

50 editions published between 1960 and 1988 in English and Chinese and held by 1,190 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

The system of modern societies by Talcott Parsons( Book )

27 editions published between 1971 and 1982 in 4 languages and held by 1,122 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Discusses the base from which modern societies developed

The American university by Talcott Parsons( Book )

31 editions published between 1973 and 2014 in English and German and held by 1,006 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Action theory and the human condition by Talcott Parsons( Book )

2 editions published in 1978 in English and held by 963 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

After Parsons--a theory of social action for the 21st century by Renée C Fox( )

5 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 961 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

"Esteemed twentieth-century sociologist Talcott Parsons sought to develop a comprehensive and coherent scheme for sociology that could be applied to every society and historical epoch and address every aspect of human social organization and culture. His theory of social action has exerted enormous influence across a wide range of social science disciplines. After Parsons, edited by Renee C. Fox, Victor M. Lidz, and Harold J. Bershady, provides a critical reexamination of Parsons's theory in light of historical changes in the world and advances in sociological thought since his death." "After Parsons is a fresh examination of Parsons's theoretical undertaking, its significance for social scientific thought, and its implications for present-day empirical research. After Parsons addresses major themes of enduring relevance, including social differentiation and cultural diversity, social solidarity, universalism and particularism, and trust and affect in social life. The contributors explore these topics in a wide range of social institutions - family and kinship, economy, polity, the law, medicine, art, and religion - and within the context of contemporary developments such as globalization, the power of the United States as an "empireless empire," the emergence of forms of fundamentalism, the upsurge of racial, tribal, and ethnic conflicts, and the increasing occurrence of deterministic and positivistic thought. Rather than simply celebrating Parsons and his accomplishments, the contributors to After Parsons rethink and reformulate his ideas to place them on more solid foundations, extend their scope, and strengthen their empirical insights." "After Parsons constitutes the work of a distinguished roster of sociologists who find Parsons's theory of action a valuable resource for addressing contemporary issues in sociological theory. All of the chapters in this volume take elements of Parsons's theory and critique, adapt, refine, or extend them to gain fresh purchase on problems that confront sociologists today."--Jacket

Politics and social structure by Talcott Parsons( Book )

17 editions published in 1969 in English and held by 911 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Working papers in the theory of action by Talcott Parsons( Book )

37 editions published between 1953 and 1981 in English and held by 898 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

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