Arguably sociology's first classic and one of Durkheim's major works,
The Division of Labour in Society studies the nature of social
solidarity, exploring the ties that bind one person to the next so as
to hold society together in conditions of modernity. In this revised
and updated second edition, leading Durkheim scholar Steven Lukes' new
introduction builds upon Lewis Coser's original – which places the
work in its intellectual and historical context and pinpoints its
central ideas and arguments – by focusing on the text's significance
for how we ought to think sociologically about some central problems
that face us today. For example: What does this text have to tell us
about modernity and individualism? In what ways does it offer a
distinctive critique of the ills of capitalism? With helpful
introductions and learning features this remains an indispensable
companion for students of sociology. A refreshed translation of one of
the key works in the sociological canon, this new edition carefully
guides students through the text, critically engaging with Durkheim's
writing while clearly explaining his original argument. Additional
material and a new introduction by Steven Lukes make this essential
reading for scholars and students alike.
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ISBN
9781137347411
Publisert
2014
Utgave
2. utgave
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Vendor
Bloomsbury Academic
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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