Emile Durkheim: Sociologist of Modernity (Modernity and Society) [Paperback]

Mustafa Emirbayer (Editor), Ira J. Cohen (Series Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0631219919 | ISBN-13: 978-0631219910 | Publication Date: February 12, 2003 | Edition: 1

This comprehensive volume ranges across the entire spectrum of contemporary sociological inquiry, as seen by Durkheim. It also includes secondary readings by social thinkers of today, connecting the classic writings of Durkheim to contemporary issues.

• Organizes Durkheim's writings thematically, in a comprehensive collection
• Includes selections from Durkheim's best-known writings as well as less widely-known texts that explore the themes of modern sociology
• Contains secondary readings by key contemporary social thinkers today
• Connects the classic writings of Durkheim to contemporary issues
• Includes a substantial editorial introduction by a leading Durkheim scholar

Editorial Reviews

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"Durkheim was the most deliberate and the most penetrating theorist among the classical sociologists. Emirbayer’s judicious selection of texts, matched with contemporary selections from among the best of modern sociology, shows how central Durkheimian themes have been in the increasing sophistication of sociological ideas through the end of the twentieth century, and beyond." Randall Collins, University of Pennsylvania

Book Description

Often described as the father of sociology, Emile Durkheim ranks among the most important and influential figures in modern social thought. This volume captures the enduring value and importance of Durkheimian sociology, focusing on the diverse points of view theoretical, substantive, methodological, and even normative which it uses to analyze modern life. The book includes selections from Durkheims best-known writings as well as less widely-known texts that explore the themes of modern sociology.This comprehensive volume ranges across the entire spectrum of sociological inquiry, as seen by Durkheim. It also includes secondary readings by social thinkers of today, connecting the classic writings of Durkheim to contemporary issues. A thorough introductory essay by a leading Durkheim scholar, as well as his first-rate organization of material, makes this the definitive collection by and about Durkheim and his work.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 328 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (February 12, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0631219919
• ISBN-13: 978-0631219910
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #757,564 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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