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- Condition
- Brand New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
- EAN
- 9780415254069
- ISBN
- 041525406X
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- Routledge
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- Binding
- TP
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Routledge
ISBN-10
041525406X
ISBN-13
9780415254069
eBay Product ID (ePID)
17038293144
Product Key Features
Edition
2
Book Title
Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism
Number of Pages
320 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Sociology / General, Christian Theology / Ethics, Sociology of Religion
Publication Year
2001
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Religion, Social Science
Book Series
Routledge Classics Ser.
Format
Uk-B Format Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
12.3 Oz
Item Length
7.7 in
Item Width
5.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2001-034800
Dewey Edition
19
Reviews
'One of the most renowned and controversial works of modern social science.' - Anthony Giddens 'Max Weber is the one undisputed canonical figure in contemporary sociology.' - Times Higher Education Supplement 'Weber's essay is certainly one of the most fruitful examinations of the relations between religion and social theory which has appeared, and I desire to acknowledge my indebtedness to it.' - R.H. Tawney, Religion and the Rise of Capitalism
TitleLeading
The
Dewey Decimal
306/.6
Table Of Content
Introduction by Anthony Giddens, Translator's Preface, Author's Introduction Part 1: The Problem 1. Religious Affiliation and Social Stratification 2.The Spirit of Capitalism 3. Luther's Conception of the Calling: Task of the Investigation. Part 2: The Practical Ethics of the Ascetic Branches of Protestantism 4.The Religious Foundations of Worldly Asceticism 1. Calvinism 2. Pietism 3. Methodism 4. The Baptist Sects 5. Ascetisism and the Spirit of Capitalism Notes Index
Synopsis
Widely considered as the most informed work ever written on the social effects of advanced capitalism, this remarkable volume holds its own as one of the most significant books of the twentieth century., Max Weber's best-known and most controversial work, The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism, first published in 1904, remains to this day a powerful and fascinating read. Weber's highly accessible style is just one of many reasons for his continuing popularity. The book contends that the Protestant ethic made possible and encouraged the development of capitalism in the West. Widely considered as the most informed work ever written on the social effects of advanced capitalism, The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism holds its own as one of the most significant books of the twentieth century. The book is one of those rare works of scholarship which no informed citizen can afford to ignore., Max Weber's best-known and most controversial work, The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism , first published in 1904, remains to this day a powerful and fascinating read. Weber's highly accessible style is just one of many reasons for his continuing popularity. The book contends that the Protestant ethic made possible and encouraged the development of capitalism in the West. Widely considered as the most informed work ever written on the social effects of advanced capitalism, The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism holds its own as one of the most significant books of the twentieth century. The book is one of those rare works of scholarship which no informed citizen can afford to ignore.
LC Classification Number
BR115.C3W413 2001
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