Emile Durkheim

Emile Durkheim

17 books

About the Author

Émile Durkheim (1858-1917) was a pioneering French sociologist, widely regarded as one of the founders of modern sociology and a key figure in establishing it as a rigorous academic discipline. Born in Épinal, France, to a family of rabbis, Durkheim pursued studies in philosophy and education before turning his focus to social sciences. He taught at the University of Bordeaux and later at the Sorbonne, where he influenced generations of scholars through his emphasis on empirical research and social facts as objective realities. Durkheim's work explored the underpinnings of social cohesion, morality, and collective behavior, challenging individualistic explanations of human actions. His seminal contributions continue to shape sociological theory, anthropology, and beyond, underscoring the profound impact of societal structures on individual lives.

Writing style
analytical empirical theoretical

Books by Emile Durkheim