The Sociologist’s Digressions (SD4) By: Dr Hichem Karoui Introduction to Sociology The field of sociology is a dynamic and diverse discipline that offers valuable insights into the intricate and multifaceted nature of human society. Through a comprehensive examination of the social world, its various structures, dynamics, and interactions, sociology explores the complexities of human behaviour…
Reason and Intelligence: From the Greek Philosophers to Modern Definitions
The Sociologist’s Digressions (SD3) By: Dr Hichem Karoui What exactly is Reason? Is it different from intelligence? How might we define Reason and Intelligence in the modern day? Did modern definitions differ from those developed by Greek philosophers? How has our view of Reason and Intelligence changed over time? Introduction For millennia, the ideas of…
Swimming Between Two Waters
Extract From Forthcoming Volume 10 of The Morning of the Mogul (Chapter 6 opening). The Morning of the Mogul I couldn’t see the Sheraton’s towering, strong, reassuring walls, the lush green of the trees, or the soothing blue of the sky. As fruitless and pointless as they are, the few landmarks I had gathered…
Bourdieu’s Intellectual Alchemy: Transforming the Way We Think About Society and Culture
The Sociologist’s Digressions (SD2) By: Dr Hichem Karoui Abstract When discussing the sociological imagination, it’s nearly impossible not to mention the pioneering concepts of Pierre Bourdieu. His theories revolving around social capital, habitus, and the power field not only advanced sociological discourse but also acted as a key to deciphering complex social structures. This essay…
The Impact of Historical Events on Societal Structures
The Sociologist’s Digressions (SD1) By: Dr Hichem Karoui Throughout history, major events have played a significant role in shaping social structures and institutions. These events have had lasting effects on society, moulding the way people interact, organise, and govern themselves. By examining the impact of historical events on societal structures, we can better understand…
Book 9 : Imbroglio (The Morning of the Mogul – Part III: Dolce Vita)
In “Imbroglio,” which begins Part Three (Dolce Vita) of the Morning of the Mogul serialised novel, Bassam Bourasin (BB) learns how far could go the intelligence apparatus’ manipulation of people like him, as well as the nation’s political leaders and ordinary citizens’ aspirations. It turns out that those who wield power in the intelligence services…
Excerpt from “Imbroglio” (The Morning of the Mogul: Book 9)
Part III: Dolce Vita It must have been a bright morning, for I met Mrs Waterbird again in the lift. She arrived before me, and she was by herself. That was what I’d call a close encounter of the third kind! Why? Because of what occurred, or rather, what did not occur. – Morning, Mr…
Excerpt From Forthcoming Book 9 “The Morning of the Mogul”( serialised novel)
Book Nine (The Morning of the Mogul) will soon be released. This is Chapter III, as a gift to my readers. Enjoy! For those who want a discount, please, fill up the form at the end of this post. I’ll be in contact with you. Thank you! Throughout the afternoon, I waited in vain for…
On Science and Religion
Is it real that God exists, or are we just projecting our insecurities and fantasies onto Him? We talked previously about ideologies. Here is an opinion about Faith and Reason in science. There is a wide variety of narratives and frameworks from which to choose. Evidence gleaned from experiments is the fuel that propels science…