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Charles Tilly
American sociologist (1929-2008) · United States · On the map · Academics · Died at 78
Charles Tilly was an American sociologist, political scientist, and historian who wrote on the relationship between politics and society.
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He was a professor of history, sociology, and social science at the University of Michigan from 1969 to 1984 before becoming the Joseph L. Buttenwieser Professor of Social Science at Columbia University.
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Benedict AndersonBoth received Albert O. Hirschman Prize
James C. ScottBoth received Albert O. Hirschman PrizeSidney TarrowBoth received Charles Tilly Award for Best Book
Abhijit BanerjeeBoth received Albert O. Hirschman Prize
Sheila JasanoffBoth received Albert O. Hirschman Prize
Esther DufloBoth received Albert O. Hirschman Prize