Sociology 1020 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Anthony Giddens, The Sociological Imagination, Gemeinschaft And Gesellschaft
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Identify general pattens in the behaviour of particular individuals unique individuals inhabit categories society acts in an individual based on the categories to which you belong. The sociological imagination: wright mills american sociologist 1950"s we see the world through the lens of our own experience. Limits our ability to understand the world if we only look through our lens. Milieu gemeinschaft - sense of belonging community immediate social surroundings interaction level where you interact on a daily basis. Anthony giddens we are products of our society structure & action. Double involvement of self in society products producers. Effect the lives of those around you impacting the next generation. Origins and varieties society is based on consensus and cooperation various segments of society work for the bene t of society as a whole. Society is made up of individuals and groups held together by its strongest members. Strong members use their power to coerce the weaker members into submission.