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Bourdieu Pierre

Aug 1, 1930

Rating : AA (Data from a birth certificate)

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Remembering Since 2002

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Work : Published/ Exhibited/ Released 1958 ("The Sociology of Algeria" (his first work))

Work : Begin Major Project 1959 (Began his lectures)

Relationship : Marriage 1962 (with Marie-Claire Brizard)

Work : Begin Major Project 1968 (Centre de sociologie européenne (président))

Work : Begin Major Project 1975 ("Actes de la recherche en sciences sociales" (periodical))

Work : Published/ Exhibited/ Released 1977 (Book, "Society and Culture")

Work : Published/ Exhibited/ Released 1979 ("Distinction:A social critic of judgement of taste")

Work : Gain social status 1981 (Chair of sociology at the Collège de France (after R.Aron))

Death:Death, Cause unspecified 23 January 2002 (Age 71) chart Placidus Equal_H.

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French sociologist and educator; a lecturer in Algeria, Paris and in Lille since 1959, where he was Director of Studies. With a group of colleagues he embarked on a pioneering extensive collective, researching problems concerned with the maintenance of a system of power by means of the transmission of a dominant culture. His books include "Reproduction in Education" and "Society and Culture," 1977. He died on 23 January 2002. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less

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Pierre Bourdieu (1930-2002)

Pierre Bourdieu was a prominent French sociologist, anthropologist, philosopher, and public intellectual. Born in Denguin, France, he is renowned for his work on the dynamics of power in society, particularly how social class is reproduced across generations. His theories of cultural capital, social capital, and symbolic violence have profoundly influenced social theory and research across various disciplines.

Key Concepts and Contributions

  • Habitus: Bourdieu introduced the concept of "habitus" to explain the deeply ingrained dispositions, habits, and tastes that individuals acquire through their social position. Habitus shapes how people perceive the world, make choices, and act in social situations.
  • Cultural Capital: Bourdieu argued that cultural capital, including knowledge, skills, education, and taste, functions as a form of symbolic power, granting advantages to those who possess it.
  • Social Capital: Social capital refers to the resources and benefits derived from social networks and relationships. Bourdieu highlighted how social connections can be leveraged for social mobility and maintaining social hierarchies.
  • Symbolic Violence: This concept describes the imposition of categories of thought and meaning that legitimize existing power structures and perpetuate social inequalities. It often operates unconsciously and is internalized by individuals.
  • Field Theory: Bourdieu conceptualized social life as a series of interconnected "fields," such as the academic field, the artistic field, and the political field. Each field has its own specific rules, power dynamics, and forms of capital.

Major Works

Some of Bourdieu's most influential works include:

  • Distinction: A Social Critique of the Judgement of Taste (1979)
  • Outline of a Theory of Practice (1977)
  • The Logic of Practice (1990)
  • Reproduction in Education, Society and Culture (with Jean-Claude Passeron, 1977)

Legacy and Influence

While Pierre Bourdieu passed away in 2002, his work continues to be highly influential in sociology, anthropology, education, cultural studies, and other fields. Scholars continue to engage with his theories to understand social inequality, cultural production, and the dynamics of power in contemporary societies.

Due to his passing before the widespread adoption of social media, Pierre Bourdieu does not have a personal online presence. However, numerous academic and scholarly resources dedicated to his work and legacy are available online.

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