{"product_id":"9780140449679","title":"On Suicide","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn his seminal work, \u003cstrong\u003eOn Suicide\u003c\/strong\u003e, renowned sociologist Emile Durkheim delves into the complex interplay between individual actions and societal influences. This groundbreaking study offers a meticulous examination of suicide, not merely as a personal tragedy, but as a social phenomenon shaped by collective factors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDurkheim categorises suicide into four distinct types: egoistic, altruistic, anomic, and fatalistic, each illustrating how societal conditions and integration levels influence an individual's likelihood of taking their own life. Through a comprehensive analysis of statistical data and case studies, he reveals startling correlations between social structures, such as religion, family, and economic conditions, and rates of suicide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Readers Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsightful Analysis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Durkheim’s exploration invites readers to reconsider the implications of mental health and societal responsibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTimeless Relevance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The themes of social integration and regulation resonate with contemporary discussions on mental health and community support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngaging Prose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Durkheim’s clear and methodical writing style makes complex sociological concepts accessible to a broader audience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is ideal for students and scholars of sociology, psychology, and philosophy, as well as anyone interested in the intricate relationship between society and individual well-being. It also complements Durkheim's other influential works, such as \u003cstrong\u003eThe Division of Labour in Society\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eElementary Forms of Religious Life\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a richer understanding of his sociological framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e“One must not only be aware of the individual suffering but also understand the societal context in which it occurs.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56227588309324,"sku":"9780140449679","price":168.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/4163\/2076\/files\/9780140449679_e596d91a-8412-4469-ad60-f2a4ac7cfaea.webp?v=1765637805","url":"https:\/\/foxandfablebooksellers.com\/en-se\/products\/9780140449679","provider":"Fox \u0026 Fable UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}