Auteur: Charles A. Ellwood

Charles Abram Ellwood (1873–1946) was an influential figure in the field of sociology during the early 20th century. His work primarily focused on the social problems and the role sociology plays in understanding and addressing these issues. Ellwood earned his Ph.D. in sociology under the tutelage of the renowned Franklin Henry Giddings at Columbia University. With an academic posture poised between the scientific rigor and the humanistic concern, Ellwood”s scholarly contributions emphasized the practical application of sociology to social reform and the betterment of society. His book “Sociology and Modern Social Problems” is an exemplification of his approach to the discipline. In it, Ellwood discusses the impact of industrialization, urbanization, and other modern developments on social institutions and individual behavior. He not only presents sociological concepts but also integrates psychological insights into the analysis of social phenomena, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of his perspective. Ellwood”s literary style is characterized by clarity and a commitment to making sociology accessible and relevant to contemporary societal challenges. He served as a professor at the University of Missouri for much of his career, where he fostered a generation of sociologists and greatly contributed to the establishment of sociology as a respected academic discipline.