Short overview of the sociologist's life and work describes his structural-functionalism theory. Check out a brief list of references.

Learn which of this sociological theorist's papers, including his correspondence, is held by this library. A brief biography is also provided.

Introduction to "The Structure of Social Action," presents Parsons's social philosophy and examines the rise and fall of Herbert Spencer's theories. With related links.

Short encyclopedia entry provides an overview of the American sociologist's theories.

Graduate students of the University of Chicago present their summaries of this sociologist's major works. Learn his views on functionalism and social systems.

Course reading describes Parsons' extensions of the ideas of Weber, Durkheim, and Marx. Learn about the transition from classical to contemporary sociology.

Discover a brief biography of this 20th century functionalist, along with some quotations and an overview of his theories on education.