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The Improbable Adventures of an American Scholar: Robert K. Merton.

Authors :
Schultz, Ruth W.
Source :
American Sociologist. Fall 1995 26(3):68-77.
Publication Year :
1995

Abstract

Presents an affectionate portrait of the 84-year-old sociologist and renaissance man, Robert K. Merton. Merton's publications studied topics as diverse as historical scientific inquiry and contemporary racism. Not the least of his accomplishments was the creation of the focus group interview and the concept of self-fulfilling prophecy. (MJP)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0003-1232
Volume :
26
Issue :
3
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
American Sociologist
Publication Type :
Editorial & Opinion
Accession number :
EJ522285
Document Type :
Opinion Papers<br />Journal Articles