Social Rule: A Study Of The Will To Power (1916) is a book written by Elsie Worthington Clews Parsons. The book explores the concept of power in society and how it is used to establish and maintain social order. Parsons argues that power is not just about domination and control, but also about the ability to influence and persuade others. She examines the ways in which power is exercised in various social institutions, such as government, religion, and family, and how it affects individuals and groups. The book also delves into the role of gender and race in social power dynamics. Overall, Social Rule offers a thought-provoking analysis of the complex and multifaceted nature of power in society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.