The Sociology of the Professions (Theory, Culture and Society) - Softcover

MacDonald, Keith M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0803986343 ISBN 13: 9780803986343

Verlag: SAGE Publications Ltd, 1995

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This much-needed book provides a systematic introduction, both conceptual and applied, to the sociology of the professions.

Keith Macdonald guides the reader through the chief sociological approaches to the professions, addressing their strengths and weaknesses. The discussion is richly illustrated by examples from and comparisons between the professions in Britain, the United States and Europe, relating their development to their cultural context. The social exclusivity that professions aim for is discussed in relation to social stratification, patriarchy and knowledge, and is thoroughly illustrated by reference to examples from medicine and other established professions, such as law and architecture. The themes of the bo

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Keith Macdonald has published numerous papers in Sociology, The British Journal of Sociology, and has contributed to many edited editions on the Sociology of Work and the Professions.

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Macdonald guides the reader through the chief sociological approaches to the professions, addressing their strengths and weaknesses. The discussion is illustrated by examples from the professions in Britain, the United States and Europe. The social exclusivity that professions aim for is discussed in relation to social stratification, patriarchy and knowledge.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: SAGE Publications Ltd
• Erscheinungsdatum: 1995
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0803986343
• ISBN 13: 9780803986343
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 240
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Sage Publications; https://knockknockstuff.com/; ; 22 Liuleburgaz Str., floor 4, app. 9; Plovdiv; 4000; Bulgarien