Making Sense of Social Theory opens by carefully exploring what it means to follow the scientific method in a field like sociology. The book goes on to analyze sociology as a genuine science with a body of explanatory insights. Sociological theory is applied in ways that make its relevance and power apparent so that theory no longer stands divorced from real world research or practice. Making Sense of Social Theory clearly establishes the pertinence of sociology's great theoretical insights for all social science researchers and practitioners.

About the Author
Charles H. Powers is a professor of sociology at Santa Clara University.

Reviews
In the second edition of Making Sense of Social Theory, Charles Powers highlights the practical uses of social theory by expanding on real world, relatable examples that occur in everyday life. Students will find these examples accessible and ultimately learn a great deal about the applications of social theory in their own lives. Powers succeeds here in making classical and contemporary social theory-often obtuse and complex-relatable, sensible, and teachable. -- Jonathan Isler, Assistant Professor of Sociology, University of Illinois at Springfield
In Making Sense of Social Theory, Charles Powers provides a comprehensive and transparent overview of classical sociological theory. With its emphasis upon practical applications, this text will be of value to first-year college students and experienced hands alike. -- Jeff Sallaz, PhD, University of Arizona



Book Information
ISBN 9781442201194
Author Charles H. Powers
Format Paperback
Page Count 294
Imprint Rowman & Littlefield
Publisher Rowman & Littlefield
Weight(grams) 469g
Dimensions(mm) 233mm * 154mm * 18mm