Pierre Guillaume Frédéric le Play

French social scientist and researcher

Pierre Guillaume Frédéric le Play - French social scientist and researcher
Born

1806
219 years ago

Died

April 5th, 1882
143 years ago — 76 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

France

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A pioneer in the field of sociology, contributed to the development of social sciences through empirical research. Developed the method of case studies to analyze the family as a social unit. Established the concept of 'social observatory' to systematically gather data on working-class lives. Founded the French school of sociology and influenced future sociologists and social reformers.

Developed the family case study method

Founded the French school of sociology

Published 'Les Ouvriers' in 1855

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