Description
A study and assessment of the career of Frederic Le Play (1806-1882), now recognised as a founder of modern sociology. The main theme consists of a detailed and impartial analysis of Le Play's thoughts on the relationship between society and technology. His contributions to fields other than sociology are also considered.
Table of Contents
1. The technologist with a social conscience 2. The engineer 3. The public figure 4. The social scientist 5. The social thinker 6. The followers
