9780282917524 - Individual Initiative and Social Compulsion (Classic Reprint) de Wallis, Wilson Dallam (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the relationship between the individual and society, particularly within the context of the early 20th century's prevailing sociological thought. The author challenges the notion that the individual is merely a product of social forces, arguing instead that individuals possess genuine agency and the capacity for independent thought and action. Drawing on examples from various cultures and historical periods, the author examines the ways in which individuals can influence and shape their social environment, even in the face of oppressive or constraining circumstances. The book also considers the significance of individual initiative in driving social change and innovation. The author's insights offer a nuanced and thought-provoking perspective on the complex interplay between individual freedom and societal norms, shedding light on the enduring question of how we navigate the tension between our own aspirations and the expectations of the society we live in. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.