Durkheim : the division of labour in society

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. Cover 1 Contents 6 Preface to this Edition 8 Introduction to the 1984 Edition 12 Introduction to this Edition 26 Emile Durkheim’s Life and Works: Timeline 1858–1917 48 Suggestions for Further Reading 52 Translator’s Note 54 THE DIVISION OF LABOUR IN SOCIETY 56 Preface to the First Edition (1893) 58 Preface to the Second Edition (1902) 63 Introduction 88 Book I: The Function of the Division of Labour 94 Chapter I: The Method of Determining This Function 96 Chapter II: Mechanical Solidarity, or Solidarity by Similarities 112 Chapter III: Solidarity Arising from the Division of Labour, or Organic Solidarity 143 Chapter IV: Another Proof of the Preceding Theory 160 Chapter V: The Increasing Preponderance of Organic Solidarity and its Consequences 171 Chapter VI: The Increasing Preponderance of Organic Solidarity and its Consequences (cont.) 193 Chapter VII: Organic Solidarity and Contractual Solidarity 213 Book II: The Causes and Conditions 236 Chapter I: The Progress of the Division of Labour and of Happiness 238 Chapter II: The Causes 256 Chapter III: Secondary Factors 278 Chapter IV: Secondary Factors (cont.) 294 Chapter V: Consequences of the Foregoing 313 Book III: The Abnormal Forms 330 Chapter I: The Anomic Division of Labour 332 Chapter II: The Forced Division of Labour 348 Chapter III: Another Abnormal Form 359 Conclusion 364 Original Annotated Table of Contents 375 Index 388