The Division of Labor in Society (book)

"The Division of Labor in Society," a book by Émile Durkheim, explores how societies organize work and social roles. Durkheim argues that as societies evolve, tasks become specialized, leading individuals to depend on each other’s skills. This specialization fosters social cohesion by creating interdependence, which helps maintain stability and order. In simple terms, the book explains how dividing work into different roles makes society more efficient and connected, moving from traditional communities with shared duties to complex societies where diverse professions and roles support one another.