Sahni, Isher-Paul (1996) The will to act : an analysis of Max Weber's sociology in the light of Goethe's fiction. Masters thesis, Concordia University.
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Abstract
Max Weber's Protestant Ethic and vocation essays are interpreted in the light of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's Elective Affinities, Wilhelm Meister , and Faust . Drawing on themes which frame the latter's novels, the importance of experience, renunciation, and a specialized vocation which underlie the 'will to act' will be developed. Following this, it will be shown these themes reemerge in Weber's sociology and his conceptualization self-conscious determination. This view argues that Goethe's notion of social action, which required devotion to a vocation which contributed to the growth and vitality of community, was the source of empowerment which framed Weber's sociology and understanding of meaningful social action.
| Divisions: | Concordia University > Faculty of Arts and Science > Sociology and Anthropology |
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| Item Type: | Thesis (Masters) |
| Authors: | Sahni, Isher-Paul |
| Pagination: | v, 107 leaves ; 29 cm. |
| Institution: | Concordia University |
| Degree Name: | Theses (M.A.) |
| Program: | Sociology and Anthropology |
| Date: | 1996 |
| Thesis Supervisor(s): | Drysdale, John |
| ID Code: | 149 |
| Deposited By: | Concordia University Libraries |
| Deposited On: | 27 Aug 2009 13:10 |
| Last Modified: | 08 Dec 2010 10:12 |
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