The Presentation of Self in Everyday Life
by Erving Goffman · 1959
A foundational text on how individuals present themselves in social situations, directly reflecting Goffman's theories.
SociologySocial Interaction
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Social Interaction and Identity
This cluster focuses on the dynamics of social interaction and the construction of identity, which are central themes in Goffman's work.
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The Social Construction of Reality
by Peter L. Berger and Thomas Luckmann · 1966
Explores how reality is socially constructed, aligning with Goffman's focus on interaction and identity.
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Symbolic Interactionism
This cluster highlights works that delve into symbolic interactionism, a key theoretical framework related to Goffman's ideas.
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Mind, Self, and Society
by George Herbert Mead · 1934
A seminal work that lays the groundwork for understanding the self through social interaction, echoing Goffman's themes.
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by Erving Goffman · 1967
A collection of essays that further explore Goffman's theories on interaction rituals and their implications.
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Social Norms and Deviance
This cluster examines the concepts of social norms and deviance, which are integral to understanding Goffman's analysis of social behavior.
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Outsiders: Studies in the Sociology of Deviance
by Howard S. Becker · 1963
Analyzes how society defines deviance, complementing Goffman's exploration of social norms and identity.
SociologyDeviance
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by Émile Durkheim · 1895
Establishes foundational sociological principles that inform the understanding of social norms, relevant to Goffman's work.
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Theater and Performance in Sociology
This cluster connects the theatrical aspects of social interaction, reflecting Goffman's metaphor of life as a stage.
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Theatricality as Medium
by Jon McKenzie · 2001
Explores the intersection of performance and social life, resonating with Goffman's theatrical metaphor.
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by Alice Miller · 1979
Examines the performance of identity in childhood, linking to Goffman's ideas on social roles and interaction.
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