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Émile DurkheimThe Division of Labor in Society
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1893A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Essay Topics
1.
According to Durkheim, how does the division of labor affect societal organization? Discuss in regard to one or more of the following angles: legal, moral, biological, economic.
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Why does Durkheim believe the division of labor to be a fundamentally moral enterprise? Cite examples from the text.
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How are mechanical and organic solidarity different? Use concrete examples to support your argument.
