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The sociology of the professions : sage publications

This much-needed book provides a systematic introduction, both conceptual and applied, to the sociology of the professions. Keith Macdonald guides the reader through the chief sociological approaches to the professions, addressing their strengths and weaknesses. The discussion is richly illustrated by examples from and comparisons between the professions in Britain, the United States and Europe, relating their development to their cultural context. The social exclusivity that professions aim for is discussed in relation to social stratification, patriarchy and knowledge, and is thoroughly illustrated by reference to examples from medicine and other established professions, such as law and architecture. The themes of the book are drawn together in a final chapter by means of a case study of accountancy
eBook, English, 2015
SAGE Publications Ltd, [Place of publication not identified], 2015
1 online resource
9781446231715, 1446231712
1141065002
Sociological Analysis of the ProfessionsProfessions and Social StratificationThe Cultural Context of ProfessionsProfessions and the StatePatriarchy and the ProfessionsKnowledge and the ProfessionsA Professional Project - The Case of Accountancy
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