Herbert Spencer and social theory

By John Offer

Subjects: Sociology, Social sciences, SOCIAL SCIENCE / General, Spencer, herbert, 1820-1903, Social sciences, philosophy, Philosophy

Description: "Herbert Spencer remains a significant but poorly understood figure in 19th century intellectual life. His ideas on evolution ranged across the natural sciences and philosophy, and he pioneered new ideas in psychology and sociology. This book comprehensively examines his work and strips away common misconceptions about his sociology" --