Edward Shils was a central figure in twentieth century social thought. He held appointments both at Chicago and Cambridge and was a crucial link between British and American intellectual life. This volume collects essays by distinguished contributors which deal with the major facets of Shils' thought, including his relations with Michael Polanyi, his parallels with Michael Oakeshott, his defense of the traditional university, his fundamental philosophical anthropology, and his important work on such topics as tradition, civility, and the nation. As an introduction to this complex and original thinker, it will be of interest to scholars and students in a number of fields, including sociology and social theory, but also to anyone interested in the intellectual life as it was lived in the mid-twentieth century, in the face of the Cold War and ideological struggle.

About the Author

Christopher Adair-Toteff is a Fellow at the Center for Social and Political Thought at the University of South Florida, Tampa, and an Honorary Senior Research Fellow at the University of Kent, Canterbury

Stephen Turner is Distinguished University Professor at the University of South Florida, Tampa

Reviews

'For discoverers looking for impulses and inspiration The Calling of Social Thought is a treasure trove and surely worth reading.'
Society

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Book Information
ISBN 9781526120052
Author Christopher Adair-Toteff
Format Hardback
Page Count 288
Imprint Manchester University Press
Publisher Manchester University Press
Weight(grams) 576g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 156mm * 17mm