Peter L. Berger

Born in 1929
Religion Sociology
  • Peter L. Berger was a renowned Austrian-born American sociologist known for his work on the sociology of religion and knowledge.

  • He founded Boston University's Institute on Culture, Religion, and World Affairs and authored numerous influential books.

  • Berger received his doctorate from the New School for Social Research and taught at various institutions.

  • His contributions to sociology and culture were recognized with awards like the Manes Sperber Prize.

  • Berger's most famous works include The Social Construction of Reality and The Homeless Mind, which have had a lasting impact on sociological thought and understanding of religion in modern society.

Books by Peter L. Berger