Classical Sociological Theory

This comprehensive collection of classical sociological theory is a definitive guide to the roots of sociology from its undisciplined beginnings to its current guideposts and reference points in contemporary sociological debate.

• A definitive guide to the roots of sociology through a collection of key writings from the founders of the discipline
  
• Explores influential works of Marx, Durkheim, Weber, Mead, Simmel, Freud, Du Bois, Adorno, Marcuse, Parsons, and Merton
  
• Editorial introductions lend historical and intellectual perspective to the substantial readings
  
• Includes a new section with new readings on the immediate "pre-history" of sociological theory, including the Enlightenment and de Tocqueville
  
• Individual reading selections are updated throughout