Description
Connected Sociologies offers a critical examination of how conventional sociology has been shaped by a distinctly European perspective, often overlooking the contributions and experiences of non-Western societies. Gurminder K. Bhambra demonstrates that the major sociological theories emerged from specific historical and colonial contexts that fundamentally shaped their worldviews.
The book traces how colonialism, imperialism, and global inequalities have been embedded within sociological frameworks, examining classical sociologists’ assumptions about modernity, development, and social progress. Bhambra advocates for a decolonized sociology that recognizes the interconnections between Western and non-Western societies throughout history.
By reconnecting sociology with its global contexts, the work calls for a fundamental rethinking of the discipline’s foundational concepts. This transformative approach enables sociologists to better understand contemporary global challenges and develop more inclusive theoretical frameworks that acknowledge diverse epistemologies and historical experiences.
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