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The basic contentions of the argument of this book are implicit in its title and sub-title, namely, that reality is socially constructed and that the sociology of knowledge must analyse the process in which this occurs.

— Peter L. Berger

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In science as in love a concentration on technique is quite likely to lead to impotence.

Invitation to Sociology (1963)

Like [John] Wesley, the sociologist will have to confess that his parish is the world.

Invitation to Sociology (1963)

Reality is socially constructed and that the sociology of knowledge must analyse the process in which this occurs.

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The game of sociology goes on in a spacious playground.

Invitation to Sociology (1963)

There are very few jokes about sociologists.

Invitation to Sociology (1963)

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