General Sociology

General Sociology: An Exposition Of The Main Development In Sociological Theory From Spencer To Ratzenhofer is a book written by Albion Woodbury Small in 1905. It is a comprehensive study of the history and evolution of sociological theory from the works of Herbert Spencer to the contemporary theories of Ratzenhofer. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the main ideas and concepts of these influential sociologists and their impact on the development of the discipline. The author also discusses the various schools of thought that emerged during this period, including functionalism, conflict theory, and symbolic interactionism. Small's work is considered a seminal text in the field of sociology and is still relevant today for students and scholars interested in the history and evolution of sociological theory.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.