Lester F. Ward, the American Aristotle: A Summary and Interpretation of His SociologyLester F. Ward, The American Aristotle: A Summary And Interpretation Of His Sociology is a book written by Samuel Chugerman that provides a comprehensive analysis of the works of Lester F. Ward, an American sociologist and paleontologist. The book serves as a summary and interpretation of Ward's sociology, which is considered to be one of the most influential sociological theories in American history.Chugerman delves into the various aspects of Ward's sociology, including his views on social evolution, the role of education in society, and the importance of scientific inquiry in social research. The book also explores Ward's contributions to the field of sociology, such as his development of the concept of social dynamics and his advocacy for the use of empirical methods in social research.In addition to analyzing Ward's theories, Chugerman also provides a detailed account of Ward's life and career, including his early years as a self-taught scholar, his work as a government scientist, and his later years as a professor of sociology at Brown University.Overall, Lester F. Ward, The American Aristotle: A Summary And Interpretation Of His Sociology is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American sociology and the contributions of one of its most influential figures.Foreword By Harry Elmer Barnes. Introduction By James Q. Dealey.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. |
