The phenomenon of conformism in French sociology of culture

The author examines in detail the views on the phenomenon of conformism published in the works of representatives of the French sociology of culture Emile Durkheim and Pierre Bourdieu. The interpretation of the moral action of an individual from the point of view of the French sociology of culture is given. The phenomenon of conformity is understood as a condition of social integration. In conclusion the author comes to the conclusion that the phenomenon of conformism can be considered as an effective way for the artist to maneuver between certain problems in order to achieve a consciously set goal, which does not require a moral assessment on the part of the researcher.