Who is Howard S. Becker? This book traces his career, examining his work and contributions to the field of sociology. Themes covered include Becker's theoretical conceptualizations, approaches, teaching style, and positioning in the intellectual milieu. Translated from French by sociologist Robert Dingwall, the English edition benefits from an editorial introduction and additional referencing, as well as a new foreword by Becker himself.
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Jean Peneff is Emeritus Professor of Sociology at the University of Aix-Marseille, France. He has played a leading role in introducing qualitative research methods to French sociology, pioneering the use of participant observation.
Robert Dingwall is a consulting sociologist and part-time professor of sociology at Nottingham Trent University, UK. He has written widely on law, medicine, science, and technology, focusing on professions, work, organizations and interaction, and on research methods and ethics.
Inhalt
Foreword to the English edition Howard S. Becker
Introduction to the English edition Robert Dingwall
Preface to the French edition
Introduction to the French edition
1.Why should we read Howard Becker?
2. The Sociologist of Work
3. The Social Worlds of Organizations, Institutions and Professions 4. From Pragmatism to Interactionism 5. Professor Becker's approach to Teaching 6. Becker in France Conclusion