Lévi-Strauss: Structuralism and sociological theory (Hutchinson university library)

An insightful exploration of Claude Lévi-Strauss's contribution to social theory, this paperback, part of the Hutchinson University Library series, delves into the significance of Structuralism for social science. Dr. Badcock provides a jargon-free assessment, clarifying Lévi-Strauss's complex ideas on kinship, totemism, and myth. The book discusses his intellectual lineage, examining his relationship to predecessors like Comte, Durkheim, and Mauss, as well as contemporaries such as Marx, Sartre, Freud, and Talcott Parsons. Despite Structuralism's central role in sociology, anthropology, and psychology, the intricacies of Lévi-Strauss's work have often proven challenging. This volume aims to demystify his theories and establish his unique place in the tradition of French sociological thought. Offered in good condition, this 1975 paperback remains a valuable resource for students and scholars alike.

• Author: Badcock, C. R.
• Publisher: Hutchinson
• Year: 1975
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Good
• ISBN: 9780091248314