“The modern family is a differentiated subsystem of society.”

— Talcott Parsons

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About Talcott Parsons

Sociologist • American

Talcott Parsons was an American sociologist of the classical tradition, best known for his social action theory and structural functionalism. He is considered one of the most influential figures in the development of...

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