Born in 1858 in Epinal, France to rabbi parents. Initially studied at rabbinical school but later switched paths. Entered École Normale Supérieure in 1879. Studied sociology in Germany from 1885 to 1886
Durkheim's 1893 book introduced concept of anomie in society. Division of labor increases reproductive capacity and worker skills. Dynamic density determines division of labor and social order
Born in 1858 in Épinal, France, to a rabbi. Studied at École Normale Supérieure in Paris. Developed interest in sociology and anthropology during studies