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Auguste Comte The Father of Sociology and Founder of Positivism Key Insights on Auguste Comte The Founder of Sociology Auguste Comte (1798–1857) is known as "the father of sociology" for creating the term and establishing it as a scientific discipline, although some scholars emphasize the role of Emil Durkheim in subsequent institutionalization. The philosophy of his positivism, which prioritizes empirical, scientific knowledge over spiritual or religious interpretations, laid the foundation of modern social sciences and influenced thinkers such as John Stuart Mill and Herbert Spencer. Comte's "three-phase law" - religious, metaphysical and positive - suggests human thoughts and society evolve towards scientific rationality, a concept that has launched debate due to its deterministic attitude of progress. While his early works focused on the rational reorganization of society, his later "religion of humanity" introduced a secular belief focused on altr...

Introduction Ever wondered why modern society feels like it's rigged against the little guy, with big corporations and governments pulling all the strings? If that thought's crossed your mind, you might owe a nod to Max Horkheimer – or maybe give him a side-eye for making us question everything. Born back in 1895 and shuffling off this mortal coil in 1973, Horkheimer wasn't just some grimy academic; he was the driving force behind the Frankfurt School, mixing up philosophy, sociology, and a hefty dose of critique to expose the cracks in capitalism and enlightenment thinking. His ideas still echo today, especially when we're knee-deep in false news, inequality, and tech overlords. Let's dig into his story, shall we? I'll keep it real and straightforward. Kicking Off: The Early Days in a Fancy Jewish Family February 14, 1895 Born into a well-off Jewish family in Stuttgart, Germany. His dad, Moritz, was a big-shot textile factory owner, and mom Babette kept things ...

  Introduction Ever caught yourself thinking that all this mass media and endless shopping spree is like some monstrous gears slowly crushing what's left of our inner selves? If that rings a bell, you can tip your hat to Theodor Adorno—or shake your fist at him—for capturing that nagging doubt so spot-on. He came into the world in 1903 and left it in 1969, but wow, what a force he was in the Frankfurt School scene. The man wove together philosophy, sociology, and sharp music critiques to expose the ugly underbelly of our supposedly advanced society. From Frankfurt Kid to Exile Wanderer Young Theodor Wiesengrund born on September 11, 1903, right in Frankfurt, Germany, in a household full with high culture and plenty of dough. His father, Oscar, was this Jewish wine merchant who'd made the switch to Protestantism. And his mom? Maria Calvelli-Adorno, with her fiery Corsican-Italian roots, was a real singer who could knock your socks off. Growing up in that vibe, no surprise he tur...