Theoretical Treasure Untapped: Sociology’s Neglect of Friedrich Nietzsche

Theoretical Treasure Untapped: Sociology’s Neglect of Friedrich Nietzsche

Meghan Butcher
Howard Bahr

Butcher, Meghan; Bahr, Howard

Abstract

Q1-How might Nietzsche’s work benefit sociology? Q2-To what extent is Nietzsche already represented in the sociological tradition? Q3-How have sociologists responded to Antonio’s (1995) plea that we consider him a founder? Q4-How does sociological usage compare with that of other disciplines? Q5-What are our options and opportunities?