1. Everett Hughes: Sociology's Mission.
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Strauss, Anselm
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SOCIOLOGY ,SOCIAL marginality ,SOCIAL sciences ,SIMILARITY (Language learning) ,COMMITMENT (Psychology) ,ASSIMILATION (Sociology) ,BIOGRAPHIES - Abstract
In this paper, I reflect on the life and work of Everett Hughes. I discuss the similarities and differences between his writings and those of Robert Park; I describe his biographical influences and the use he made of marginality; I consider the relevance of his professional commitments for contemporary sociology and his unique vision of sociology's mission. I conclude by calling for renewed interest in his concepts and principles. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 1996
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