Thank you Felix Geyer

Abstract

Purpose

To pay tribute to Felix Geyer's contributions to the activities of Research Committee (RC) 36, alienation research and theory, of the International Sociological Association.

Design/methodology/approach

The author recollects his involvement with RC36 and his longstanding relationship with Felix Geyer.

Findings

The establishment of RC36 and its current viability stand as testimony to the effort of Felix Geyer.

Originality/value

Alienation, one of the oldest concepts in social analysis and critique, remains a lively and exciting topic for theory and research, thanks not least to Felix Geyer. It is right that he should receive recognition for his hard work and achievements.

Citation

Langman, L. (2006), "Thank you Felix Geyer", Kybernetes, Vol. 35 No. 3/4, pp. 317-322. https://doi.org/10.1108/03684920610653647