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The mechanism approach calls attention to an intermediary level of analysis, in between pure description and story-telling, on the one hand, and grand theorizing and universal social laws, on the other. These essays, written by prominent social scientists, advance criticisms of current trends in social theory and suggest alternative approaches. For social theory to be of use for the working social scientist, it must attain a high level of precision and provide a toolbox from which middle range theories can be constructed..
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Building on his earlier influential contributions to contemporary debates on social theory, Peter Hedstrom argues for a systematic development of sociological theory so that it has the explanatory power and precision to inform sociological research and understanding--qualities lacking in much of the grand social theorizing currently fashionable..
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When the legendary cowboy, Charlie Goodnight, asks Jake to join a cattle drive from Texas to Kansas in 1881 and write a truthful account of it, the thirteen-year-old eagerly agrees..
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For students ages eight to fourteen, the MY AMERICAN JOURNEY series presents a true history of the United States with a cleverly helpful dose of fiction

Each of these first four books (in a projected series of ten) recounts highlights from the life of a true American founder or social pioneer. But to engage a student's interest from page one, a fictional narrator--usually a school-age person who somehow knew the main hero--tells the story with youthful vigor.

Adding to Deborah Hedstrom-Page's unique lessons are plentiful illustrations from Sergio Martinez (Max Lucado's You Are Special). Each book also contains study questions for every chapter and other educational helps.

Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) was the sixteenth president of the United States best-known for helping to abolish slavery during the Civil War, and his tragic assassination just days after the war ended..
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Based on the true story of a family's 1904 emigration, Britta's Journey relates a young girl's experience as she travels across two seas to a new life. Britta remains hopeful as her family endures many trials and through them she discovers inner strength and resourcefulness she never knew she had..
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Exciting text, incredible illustrations, fun activities, and replicas of Lewis and Clark's original journals will hook readers on this book, part of the "My American Journey" series. Collector cards and a character development booklet on endurance will multiply the learning value of this American history package..
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