Economy and Society: A New Translation

The Economy and Society, a seminal work by Max Weber, is a classic social theory that provides a framework for understanding the relations among individual action, social action, economic action, and economic institutions. This new translation by Keith Tribe presents the text as it stood when Weber died in 1920, with three complete chapters and a fragment of a fourth, and includes a substantial introduction and commentary that reflect the new scholarship on Weber. It will become the definitive translation of one of the few indisputably great intellectual works of the past 150 years.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 520 pages
\n Publication date: 01 April 2019
\n Publisher: Harvard University Press
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The renowned social theorist of the 20th century, Max Weber, left behind a timeless masterpiece in the form of his influential work, Economy and Society. This seminal text has become a cornerstone for the social sciences, providing a comprehensive framework for understanding the intricate relationships between individual behavior, social interactions, economic activities, and economic institutions. Moreover, Weber's classification of political forms based on "systems of rule" and "rulership" has sparked intense debates about the nature and significance of charisma, tradition, legal authority, and bureaucracy.

In order to present Weber's work in its original form, Keith Tribes, a leading expert on Weber's thought, has undertaken a meticulous translation project. His translation, which spans three complete chapters and a fragment of a fourth, strikes a perfect balance between accuracy and readability. Tribes has enriched this edition with a substantial introduction and commentary that reflect the latest developments in Weber scholarship, making it an invaluable resource for scholars and students alike.

This new edition of Economy and Society is poised to become the definitive translation of one of the few truly great intellectual works of the past 150 years. It stands as a testament to Weber's profound insights and enduring legacy, and will continue to inspire and shape our understanding of society and economics for generations to come.

\n Weight: 566g\n
Dimension: 237 x 161 x 34 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780674916548\n \n