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On Charisma and Institution Building

This work explores the dynamic relationship between charismatic leadership and the process of institutionalization. Drawing on sociological theory, it analyzes how personal magnetism and extraordinary authority can transform into stable, organized systems of governance and belief. The book examines the tensions and transitions between the spontaneous, disruptive force of charisma and the routine, bureaucratic demands of institution building, offering insights into the lifecycle of social movements, religious organizations, and political regimes. more

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Max Weber
Max Weber

Max Weber was a German sociologist, political economist, and philosopher, a prominent figure in the social sciences in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Known for his work on modern social structures, religious sociology, and political sociology, Weber's theories have had a profound impact on the fields of sociology, politics, and economics. more

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