Public Sociology

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By Michael Burawoy

Summary

Public Sociology by Michael Burawoy explores the role of sociology in society, advocating for its application beyond academia to address public issues. The book examines the relationship between sociology and the public, urging sociologists to engage in dialogues that inform and influence policy and social change. Through various case studies and theoretical discussions, it illustrates how sociology can be both a tool for critical reflection and an active participant in societal transformation.
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This book may appeal to you if you're intrigued by how sociologists can engage with the public and influence social issues through their work. It offers valuable insights for those interested in the intersection of academic sociology and public discourse, providing a comprehensive exploration of the role sociology can play in addressing societal challenges.

"Why sociology matters, how sociologists can help the people they study and how it can help us to deal with the crises of the 21st century"--

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Michael Burawoy has helped to reshape the theory and practice of sociology across the Western world. Public Sociology is his most thoroughgoing attempt to explore what a truly committed, engaged sociology should look like in the twenty-first century.

Burawoy looks back on the defining moments of his intellectual journey, exploring his pivotal early experiences as a researcher, such as his fieldwork in a Zambian copper mine and a Chicago factory. He recounts his time as a graduate and professor during the ideological ferment in sociology departments of the 1970s, and explores how his experiences intersected with a changing political and intellectual world up to the present.

Recalling Max Weber, Burawoy argues that sociology is much more than just a discipline – it is a vocation, to be practiced everywhere and by everyone.

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Public Sociology by Michael Burawoy is celebrated for its intellectual exploration and profound insight into the sociological canon, encouraging a recovery of sociology's public mission. Drawing from Burawoy’s extensive experiences and research across several countries, the book is praised for inspiring critical public discourse on societal preservation. Its engaging narrative, combining personal trajectory and wider social contexts, makes it a compelling read for both seasoned sociologists and newcomers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781509519156

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 September 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Polity Press

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 137.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 354g

Pages: 232

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About the Author

Michael Burawoy is a professor at the University of California, Berkeley.