What is michel maffesoli?

Michel Maffesoli is a French sociologist born on November 14, 1944, in Graissessac, France. He is known for his work on contemporary culture, social theory, and postmodernism. Maffesoli is a professor at the Sorbonne in Paris, where he teaches sociology. He has authored several books, including "The Time of the Tribes," "The Contemplation of the World," and "The Shadow of Dionysus." Maffesoli is associated with the neo-tribalism movement, which highlights the idea that individuals can form new social groups based on shared values, interests, lifestyles, and activities, apart from traditional social bonds like family, class, or religion. Maffesoli explores neo-tribalism and similar concepts in his writing, arguing that society is moving away from individualism and towards a more collective form of existence. Maffesoli's work is highly influential in the field of sociology and has been translated into several languages.