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The Social Meanings Of Suicide,Used
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This Book Presents A Review And Criticism Of All Sociological Literature On Suicide, From Emile Durkheim'S Influential Suicide (1897) To Contemporary Writings By Sociologists Who Have Patterned Their Own Work On Durkheim'S. Douglas Points Out Fundamental Weaknesses In The Structuralfunctional Study Of Suicide, And Offers An Alternative Theoretical Approach. He Demonstrates The Unreliability Of Official Statistics On Suicide And Contends That Durkheim'S Explanations Of Suicide Rates In Terms Of Abstract Social Meanings Are Founded On An Inadequate And Misleading Statistical Base. The Study Of Suicidal Actions, Douglas Argues, Requires An Examination Of The Individual'S Own Construction Of His Actions. He Analyzes Revenge, Escape, And Sympathy Motives; Using Diaries, Notes, And Observers' Reports, He Shows How The Social Meanings Of Actual Cases Should Be Studied.Originally Published In 1967.The Princeton Legacy Library Uses The Latest Printondemand Technology To Again Make Available Previously Outofprint Books From The Distinguished Backlist Of Princeton University Press. These Editions Preserve The Original Texts Of These Important Books While Presenting Them In Durable Paperback And Hardcover Editions. The Goal Of The Princeton Legacy Library Is To Vastly Increase Access To The Rich Scholarly Heritage Found In The Thousands Of Books Published By Princeton University Press Since Its Founding In 1905.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Social Meanings of Suicide' about? A: This book reviews and critiques sociological literature on suicide, analyzing works from Emile Durkheim to contemporary sociologists. It discusses weaknesses in structural-functional studies and proposes an alternative theoretical approach.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Social Meanings of Suicide'? A: The book is authored by Jack D. Douglas, who provides an in-depth analysis of suicide from a sociological perspective.
- Q: When was 'The Social Meanings of Suicide' published? A: 'The Social Meanings of Suicide' was originally published on April 21, 1970, and is now reissued by the Princeton Legacy Library.
- Q: What are the main themes explored in the book? A: The book explores themes such as the inadequacy of official suicide statistics, the individual's interpretation of their actions, and the social meanings behind suicidal behaviors.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Social Meanings of Suicide' have? A: The book contains 398 pages of content, providing a comprehensive review of sociological perspectives on suicide.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Social Meanings of Suicide' is available in paperback binding, making it a durable option for readers.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic study as it presents critical analyses of sociological theories and methodologies related to suicide.
- Q: What kind of readers would benefit from this book? A: Researchers, students, and anyone interested in sociology or mental health will find valuable insights in this book.
- Q: Does the book include any case studies? A: Yes, Jack D. Douglas analyzes various motives for suicide using diaries, notes, and reports to illustrate the social meanings of actual cases.
- Q: What is the significance of the Princeton Legacy Library edition? A: The Princeton Legacy Library edition uses modern print-on-demand technology to make previously out-of-print works accessible while preserving the original text.