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This new, updated edition provides a lively, lucid and compelling introduction to contemporary controversies over the self and self-identity in the social sciences and humanities. In an accessible and concise format, the book ranges from classical intellectual traditions of symbolic interactionism, psychoanalysis and Foucauldian theory, through feminism and postfeminism, to postmodernism and the mobilities paradigm.
With characteristic verve and clarity, Anthony Elliott explores the relationship between power, identity and personhood, connecting varied theoretical debates directly to matters of contemporary relevance and urgency, such as identity politics, the sociology of personal relationships and intimacy, and the politics of sexuality. This edition also includes a new chapter on the digital revolution, which situates the self and work/life transformations within the context of AI, Industry 4.0, advanced robotics and accelerating automation.
Offering thoughtful entry points to a rich and complex literature, along with robust critical responses to each theory, Concepts of the Self will continue to be an invaluable text for students of social and political theory, sociology, social psychology, cultural studies, and gender studies.
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Anthony Elliott's Concepts of the Self is highly praised for its comprehensive and insightful exploration of self theory. It effectively balances classic and contemporary perspectives, including queer and postmodern theories, making it a valuable resource for both students and scholars. The book is commended for its clarity and engagement with the complex nature of selfhood, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the meaning of 'self'.
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ISBN: 9781509538805
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 29 May 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Polity Press
Edition: 4th edition
Audience: Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 18.0mm
Width: 137.0mm
Height: 216.0mm
Weight: 318g
Pages: 248
About the Author
Anthony Elliott is Executive Director of the Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence at the University of South Australia, where he is Research Professor of Sociology and Dean of External Engagement. He is a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences in Australia. His recent books include Reinvention, Identity Troubles and The Culture of AI.
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