Simmel

Modern Culture by Georg Simmel: A Sociological Exploration

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Biopower: Power Over People’s Bodies and Minds

Introduction The emergence of modern culture has long been a subject of deep inquiry within sociology, and few thinkers have articulated its complexities as clearly as Georg Simmel. A founding figure in classical sociology, Simmel examined how modernity reshaped individual life, social interaction, and cultural expression. For Simmel, modern culture was not simply a collection … Read more

Social Types by Georg Simmel: A Sociological Perspective

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George C. Homans and Peter Blau on Exchange Theory: A Sociological Analysis

Introduction Georg Simmel (1858–1918), a founding figure in sociology, is often celebrated for his unique approach that fused philosophy, sociology, and cultural analysis. Unlike many of his contemporaries such as Karl Marx, Émile Durkheim, or Max Weber, Simmel focused less on grand social structures and more on everyday interactions and patterns of association. His sociology … Read more