John Goldthorpe

John Goldthorpe is a British sociologist renowned for his work on class structure, social mobility, and economic inequality. He developed influential theories and classifications that help analyze how people's social backgrounds influence their life chances, work opportunities, and social status. His research combines detailed data analysis with a focus on understanding social differentiation and mobility within modern societies. Goldthorpe's work has significantly shaped contemporary sociology, providing insights into how social forces impact individual life trajectories and the persistence of social inequalities.