Durkheim's Ghosts

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Exploring the legacy of Emile Durkheim, this collection of essays by Charles Lemert examines the impact of French social theory on contemporary sociology and culture studies. Lemert not only interprets Durkheim's ideas but also uses them to speculate on the future directions of social theory. This ambitious work is both scholarly and imaginative, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the evolution of social thought and the intellectual history of modern society.