Durkheim, Emile
On Suicide (Penguin Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140449679
- author:
- Durkheim, Emile
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 480
- Dimensions:
- 12.7 x 2.29 x 19.81 centimetres
- Genre:
- Suicide
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Émile Durkheim's groundbreaking work on suicide and society continues to fascinate and challenge those seeking to understand one of the least understandable of human acts.
In this landmark investigation, Durkheim explores the relationship between social integration and suicide rates, revealing that abnormally high or low levels of social connection can significantly increase the likelihood of suicidal behaviour.
More than a century after its initial publication, Durkheim's work remains a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of this complex topic, offering valuable insights for anyone interested in understanding the social and psychological factors that contribute to suicide.
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