Excerpt from Applied Sociology: A Treatise on the Conscious Improvement of Society by Society
This work and its predecessor, Pure Sociology, constitute together a system of sociology, and these, with Dynamic Sociology, The Psychic Factors of Civilization, and the Outlines of Sociology, make up a more comprehensive system Of social philosophy. Should any reader acquaint himself with the whole, he will find it not only con sistent with itself, but progressive in the sense that each successive volume carries the subject a step farther with a minimum of repeti tion or duplicate treatment.
The central thought is that of a true science Of society, capable, in the measure that it approaches completeness, of being turned to the profit of mankind. If there is one respect in which it differs more than in others from rival systems Of philosophy it is in its practical character of never losing sight of the end or purpose, nor of the possibilities of conscious effort. It is a reaction against the philosophy of despair that has come to dominate even the most enlightened scientific thought. It aims to point out a remedy for the general paralysis that is creeping over the world, and which a too narrow conception of the law of cosmic evolution serves rather to increase than to diminish. It proclaims the efficacy of effort, provided it is guided by intelligence. It would remove the embargo laid upon human activity by a false interpretation of scientific determinism, and, without having recourse to the equally false con ception of a power to will, it insists upon the power to act.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the burgeoning field of applied sociology, exploring how the scientific understanding of society can be used to improve human lives. Building upon the foundation of pure sociology, which seeks to answer the "what," "why," and "how" of social structures, this work focuses on the "what for." It argues that through conscious effort and the application of sociological principles, we can accelerate positive social change and address the challenges facing humanity. The author challenges the prevailing pessimism that denies the efficacy of human intervention in shaping society. By examining historical and contemporary examples, the book demonstrates the profound impact of collective action and social initiatives in shaping our world. It critiques the limitations of the laissez-faire approach and calls for a more proactive role of society in addressing issues of social justice, equality, and well-being. This book delves into complex themes such as the distribution of knowledge, the role of great men in driving progress, and the potential for unlocking latent human abilities. It argues for the importance of equalizing opportunity and access to education, recognizing that talent and genius are distributed across all social classes. By harnessing the power of social forces and adopting a more positive and proactive approach to social change, the author believes we can create a society that fosters greater happiness, fulfillment, and progress for all. Ultimately, this book offers a compelling vision of how applied sociology can help us bridge the gap between what is and what ought to be, paving the way for a brighter future. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330042960_0
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