The Elementary Forms Of The Religious Life

The Elementary Forms Of The Religious Life: A Study In Religious Sociology (LARGE PRINT EDITION) is a book written by Emile Durkheim, a renowned French sociologist. The book is an extensive study of the nature and function of religion in society, with a particular focus on primitive societies. Durkheim argues that religion is a fundamental aspect of human life and that it plays a crucial role in shaping social structures and values.The book is divided into three parts. In the first part, Durkheim examines the nature of religion and its relationship with society. He argues that religion is a social phenomenon that is rooted in collective consciousness and that it serves as a means of social integration and cohesion. In the second part, Durkheim analyzes the religious beliefs and practices of primitive societies, focusing on the Australian aborigines. He argues that these societies have a unique form of religion that is characterized by totemism and that this form of religion serves as a means of social organization and solidarity.In the third part, Durkheim discusses the relationship between religion and modern society. He argues that modern societies have a more complex form of religion that is characterized by individualism and that this form of religion serves as a means of moral guidance and personal fulfillment. Overall, The Elementary Forms Of The Religious Life: A Study In Religious Sociology (LARGE PRINT EDITION) is a seminal work in the field of sociology and a must-read for anyone interested in the nature of religion and its role in society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.