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ISBN 10: 023024260X

ISBN 13: 978-0230242609

Author: Ted Benton, Ian Craib

Philosophers and social scientists share a common goal: to explore fundamental truths about ourselves and the nature of the world in which we live. But in what ways do these two distinct disciplines inform each other and arrive at these truths? The 10th anniversary edition of this highly regarded text directly responds to such issues as it introduces students to the philosophy of social science.

While staying true to the writing of the late Ian Craib, this perennial text has been brought up to date by Ted Benton. This new edition includes previously unpublished personal insights from both authors, incorporates new commentaries on classic content and features an additional chapter on recent developments in the field.

The book:
• Addresses critical issues relating to the nature of social science
• Interrogates the relationship between social science and natural science
• Encompasses traditional and contemporary perspectives
• Introduces and critiques a wide range of approaches, from empiricism and positivism to post structuralism and rationalism.

Written in an engaging and student-friendly style, the book introduces key ideas and concepts while raising questions and opening debates. A cornerstone text in the Traditions in Social Theory series, this book remains essential reading for all students of social theory.

Philosophy of Social Science The Philosophical Foundations 10th Table of contents: 

  • Introduction to the Philosophy of Social Science

    • The Role and Scope of the Philosophy of Social Science
    • Key Questions in the Philosophy of Social Science
    • Relationship Between the Social Sciences and Philosophy

  • The Nature of Social Science

    • Defining Social Science: Characteristics and Distinctions
    • The Scientific Status of Social Science
    • Differences Between Social and Natural Sciences
    • The Use of Theory in Social Science

  • Epistemology and Social Science

    • What is Knowledge in Social Science?
    • Methods of Knowledge Acquisition: Observation, Experimentation, and Interpretation
    • The Problem of Objectivity in Social Science
    • Social Sciences and the Challenge of Subjectivity

  • Theories of Explanation in Social Science

    • Explanation vs. Prediction in Social Science
    • Causal Explanation in Social Science
    • Mechanisms, Laws, and Regularities in Social Science
    • Understanding Human Action: Intentional vs. Causal Explanation

  • Philosophical Perspectives on Social Science

    • Positivism and Its Influence on Social Science
    • Anti-Positivism and Critiques of the Scientific Approach
    • Interpretivism and the Humanistic Approach to Social Science
    • Critical Theory and the Role of Social Science in Social Change

  • Methodological Approaches in Social Science

    • Qualitative vs. Quantitative Research
    • The Role of the Case Study in Social Research
    • Surveys, Experiments, and Observational Methods
    • The Ethics of Social Science Research

  • Social Science and Human Agency

    • The Problem of Determinism and Free Will in Social Science
    • The Role of Human Agency in Shaping Social Phenomena
    • Theories of Social Action: Rational Choice, Symbolic Interactionism, and Phenomenology
    • The Role of Intentionality in Human Behavior

  • Social Science and Social Explanation

    • Explanation of Social Structures and Institutions
    • Theories of Social Causation and Agency
    • Individual vs. Collective Explanation
    • The Debate Between Structuralism and Individualism

  • Ethics and Politics in Social Science

    • The Ethical Responsibilities of Social Scientists
    • Social Science and Political Power
    • The Relationship Between Social Science and Social Justice
    • Social Science, Ideology, and Value-Free Inquiry

  • The Role of Normativity in Social Science

    • Normative vs. Descriptive Approaches in Social Science
    • The Impact of Values in Social Research
    • The Debate Over Value-Neutrality in Social Science

  • Social Science and the Philosophy of History

    • The Role of History in Social Science
    • Historical Explanation and Interpretation
    • Theories of Historical Causality and Determinism
    • The Philosophy of Social Evolution

  • Contemporary Debates in the Philosophy of Social Science

    • The Limits of Social Science
    • Postmodernism and Social Science
    • Feminist and Postcolonial Approaches to Social Science
    • Naturalism and Its Critics in the Social Sciences

  • Conclusion: The Future of Social Science

    • Emerging Trends and Challenges in Social Science
    • The Integration of Interdisciplinary Approaches
    • The Contribution of Philosophy to the Development of Social Science
    • Final Thoughts: The Ongoing Evolution of the Philosophy of Social Science

  • References

    • Comprehensive List of Key Texts, Journals, and Resources

  • Index

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