Community, A Sociological Study: Being An Attempt To Set Out The Nature And Fundamental Laws Of Social Life (1920)

Community, A Sociological Study: Being An Attempt To Set Out The Nature And Fundamental Laws Of Social Life (1920) is a book written by Robert Morrison Maciver, a Scottish sociologist. The book aims to provide a comprehensive study of the concept of community and its role in shaping social life. Maciver explores the nature of community, its origins, and the fundamental laws that govern its existence. He also examines the various types of communities, including rural, urban, and industrial communities, and the impact of modernization on community life. The book discusses the relationship between community and the individual, the importance of social institutions in maintaining community cohesion, and the role of leadership in community development. Maciver draws on a range of sociological theories and empirical research to support his arguments, making this book an important contribution to the field of sociology. Overall, Community, A Sociological Study is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the nature of community and its significance in shaping social life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.