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Ghostly Matters

Haunting and the Sociological Imagination
By Avery F. Gordon
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Ghostly Matters by Avery F. Gordon explores how haunting social forces from the past persistently influence present life in complex ways. The book offers a powerful examination of the intersections of race, gender, and class, revealing their impact as both visible and shadowy presences shaping our experiences.
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Ideal for students and scholars of social sciences, race studies, gender studies, and critical theory, as well as readers interested in understanding the deeper social dynamics that shape contemporary life.

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Avery Gordon demonstrates that past or haunting social forces control present life in different and more complicated ways than most social analysts presume. Written with a power to match its subject, Ghostly Matters

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Avery Gordon demonstrates that past or haunting social forces control present life in different and more complicated ways than most social analysts presume. Written with a power to match its subject, Ghostly Matters has advanced the way we look at the complex intersections of race, gender, and class as they traverse our lives in sharp relief and shadowy manifestations.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780816654468

Publisher: University of Minnesota Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 February 2008

Country: United States

Imprint: University of Minnesota Press

Contributors:

  • Foreword by Janice Radway

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 272

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