Wed 1 Dec 2004
Mancur Olson, The Logic of Collective Action
Posted by Jose L. Velez under Book Reviews, Economics, Human Resources, Labor, Politics, Society, Sociology
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The Logic of Collective Action, written by Mancur Olson, is an in depth discussion of groups and the dynamics involved in their formation, ability to attract members and ability to provide any benefit. He takes a very logical approach to analyzing groups. Step by step he puts the main components of a group together to give a clear understanding of the purpose and function of groups. His thoughtful review and subsequent dismissal of both traditional and orthodox group theories is more than adequately bolstered with strong arguments and compelling evidence. (more…)
