Georg Simmel
Born in 1858
Philosophy
Politics
Georg Simmel was a prominent German sociologist, philosopher, and critic of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
He pioneered sociological antipositivism and made significant contributions to urban sociology, symbolic interactionism, and social network analysis.
Simmel's work focused on social and cultural phenomena, exploring concepts of individuality, fragmentation, and the impact of modern urban life.
His major works include "The Philosophy of Money" and "The Metropolis and Mental Life." Simmel's approach influenced later sociological and philosophical movements, including the Frankfurt School's critical theory.
Despite rejecting academic standards, his diverse writings covered topics ranging from emotion to art criticism.
