A Critical Account of Durkheim's Concept of Organic Solidarity

Focusing on the exploration of social bonds, this essay delves into Durkheim's investigation of solidarity in different societal contexts. It emphasizes his early works, which contrast the communal ties found in pre-industrial societies with those emerging in industrialized communities. The analysis highlights Durkheim's central inquiry into the connections that unite individuals, providing a foundational understanding of his sociological theories and their relevance to the evolution of social structures.