This work investigates whether the sociological framework of Émile Durkheim can effectively explain the transition from modernity to postmodernism. Stjepan Mestrovic, a noted scholar in social theory, applies Durkheimian concepts—specifically the notions of anomie and the collective conscience—to contemporary societal shifts. By analyzing the erosion of traditional social bonds, the author argues that postmodernity represents a distinct intensification of the crises Durkheim originally identified at the turn of the 20th century.

Scholars frequently cite this text for its rigorous attempt to bridge classical sociological theory with contemporary philosophical discourse. Experts note that the prose maintains a high level of academic density, making it a specialized resource for students of social theory and cultural history.