De socioloog als solist. Crisis en continuïteit in het werk van J.A.A van Doorn

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The Sociologist as a Soloist. Crisis and Continuity in the Works of J. A. A. van Doorn. J. A. A. van Doorn's Beeld en betekenis van de Nederlandse sociologie ([Image and Meaning in Dutch Sociology] Utrecht, 1964) and other works won him the reputation of being an independent sociologist pursuing his own style distinct from the contemporary theoretical discourse of modern sociology. A literature review shows that, during the sociological crisis of the late 1960s and early 1970s, the agenda of modern sociology was heavily criticized. In contrast, during this stormy period, van Doorn's goals and conclusions changed little or not at all. In this light, the role of sociology between active social intervention and passive reflection is discussed. The importance of making room for an approach to sociology based on great sociologists rather than schools of ideas is stressed. 39 References.