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New Book "The Goffman Course" Explores the Seminal Theories of Erving Goffman Through Scholarly Analysis and Case Studies
Authors Thomas Hood and Van De Vate Offer a Deep Dive into Goffman's Pioneering Work on Social Interaction, Framing, and Identity.Image: https://www.getnews.info/uploads/eb844e886314009ef177d213c277fd6a.jpg
The Goffman Course presents a thorough exploration of the influential ideas developed by sociologist Erving Goffman, whose work continues to shape the way we understand social interaction and identity. Co-authored by Thomas Hood, Professor Emeritus of Sociology at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and scholar Van De Vate, the book brings together lectures designed to challenge students and readers to engage critically with Goffman's theories.
The Goffman Course is structured into five distinct sections that guide the reader through key phases of Goffman's intellectual contributions:
* Van De Vate's Discussion of Goffman's Work Before Frame Analysis
* Hood's Discussion of Goffman's Work Before Frame Analysis
* Van De Vate's Discussion of Frame Analysis
* Hood's Discussion of Frame Analysis
* Hood's Application of Goffman's Concepts to Modern Gender Crossers
Hood delves into Goffman's ideas of Apologia and forms of talk, applying these concepts to the published accounts of four male-to-female "gender crossers": Jan Morris, Renee Richards, Deirdre McCloskey, and Caitlyn Jenner. This analysis offers a fresh perspective on identity formation and the performative aspects of gender transitions.
The book originates from a special course that Hood and Van De Vate taught at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. These lectures were given over several years to both sociology and philosophy students, providing interdisciplinary insights into Goffman's work. The authors weave together Goffman's theories with the writings of philosophers and sociologists, encouraging readers to assess the conclusions Goffman reached and his methodological approach to analyzing social life.
Discover the groundbreaking insights of Erving Goffman's work like never before with The Goffman Course . Get your copy today on Amazon [https://amzn.to/3ZZAUHb] or Barnes & Noble [https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-goffman-course-thomas-hood/1146110553?ean=9781959930549] and enrich your understanding of social life!
About the Author
Thomas Hoodis Professor Emeritus of Sociology at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he dedicated 40 years to teaching and mentoring students in the fields of sociology and social theory. Over his distinguished career, he supervised nearly 100 Masters and Doctoral students and became known for his expertise in face-to-face communication, religious conversion, and cross-dressing. His leadership within the field is reflected in his roles as President and Secretary-Treasurer of the Southern Sociological Society, as well as his 19-year tenure as Executive Officer of the Society for the Study of Social Problems.
Hood's research reflects a deep engagement with the work of Erving Goffman, particularly on the themes of identity and social interaction. He continues to write on social life and is currently researching the 4-H Clubs of America, an organization rooted in community development and education. His contributions to the study of social behavior, coupled with his commitment to mentoring future generations of sociologists, make him a respected figure in the academic world.
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