Shyness and Society

The Illusion of Competence

Autori

• Susie Scott

Parametri

• 194 pagine
• 7 ore di lettura

• Saggistica

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The book delves into the social dynamics of self-identified 'shy' individuals, examining how they navigate their identities and interactions in public settings. It employs Symbolic Interactionist theories to analyze the processes that lead to the development of a 'shy' persona, highlighting themes of interactional competence, embodiment, and performativity. Additionally, it addresses the concept of deviance in relation to shyness, offering insights into the complexities of social behavior and identity formation.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2007

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