Birthdate: December 13, 1902
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Died: May 8, 1979
Talcott Parsons was a prominent American sociologist recognized for his contributions to social action theory and structural functionalism. He earned a PhD in economics and held a teaching position at Harvard University for more than forty years. Parsons played a pivotal role in founding the sociology department and the Department of Social Relations at Harvard. His social action theory, influenced by Max Weber, Émile Durkheim, and Vilfredo Pareto, made a significant impact on the field of sociology. Despite facing criticism for his conservative views, Parsons advocated for the professionalization and growth of sociology in academia.
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