The Elementary Forms of the Religious Life
The Elementary Forms of the Religious Life
Here's a copy of The Elementary Forms of the Religious Life by Émile Durkheim – a copy shipped free from our Denver warehouse. Runs to about 476 pages, so it's the sort of book that's just as happy on a coffee table as on a shelf.
What it's about
The Elementary Forms of the Religious Life by Émile Durkheim is a foundational sociological study exploring the role of religion in society. Durkheim analyzes the simplest, most basic religious practices of Aboriginal tribes to understand the social functions of religion. He argues that religion reinforces social cohesion, collective consciousness, and shared values. This work establishes religion as a social institution vital to the unity and moral foundation of communities, profoundly influencing the development of sociology and anthropology.
Book details
- Author: Émile Durkheim
- Format: Paperback & Hardcover
- Pages: 476
- Publisher: Gyan Books
- Published: 1915
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What language is this edition in?
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Who wrote The Elementary Forms of the Religious Life?
The Elementary Forms of the Religious Life is written by Émile Durkheim.
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