Erving Goffman

A Critical Introduction to Media and Communication Theory

von Yves Winkin, Wendy Leeds-Hurwitz

178 Seiten, Hardcover

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Although Erving Goffman never claimed to be a media or communication scholar, his work is definitely relevant to, and has already served as a substantial resource for, those who are. This is the first detailed presentation and analysis of his life and work intended specifically for a communication audience. While primarily an introduction to Goffman’s work, those already familiar with his ideas will also learn something new. In addition to summarizing Goffman’s major concepts and his influence on other scholars, the book includes an intellectual biography, explication of his methods, and an example of how to extend his ideas. Readers are invited to consider Goffman as a lens through which to view much of the pattern evident in the social world. Goffman’s work always appealed to the general public (several of his books became bestsellers), and so this book has implications for those who are interested in the role of media or communication in their own lives as well as those who study it professionally.

• Reihe: A Critical Introduction to Media and Communication Theory
• Themen: Gesellschaft und Sozialwissenschaften Soziologie und Anthropologie Soziologie Sozialtheorie
• ISBN: 9781433109942
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 14.08.2013
• Größe: 21 x 14.8 cm
• Verlag: Peter Lang Publishing Inc. New York