Emile Durkheim : Sociologist of Modernity

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 collectionIncludes selections from Durkheim's best-known writings as well as less widely-known texts that explore the themes of modern sociologyContains secondary readings by key contemporary social thinkers todayConnects the classic writings of Durkheim to contemporary issuesIncludes a substantial editorial introduction by a leading Durkheim scholar