An understanding of culture and identity is essential for new sociologists. This student-focused text explains the themes and theories behind these core ideas. With up-to-date discussion of 'chavs', masculinity and social networking, skills-based activities and practice exam questions, this is invaluable reading for anyone new to this topic.
Introduction
Key Issues in the Study of Culture and Identity
Classical Views on Culture and Identity
The Development of 'Action' Sociology and Interactionists
Socialisation, Self Identity and the Life Course
How much 'Agency' do Individuals have in Culture?
Modern and Postmodern Culture and Identity
Mass Culture and Popular Culture
Youth Culture and Sub-Culture
Semiology, Structuralism and Post-Structuralism
Class and Consumption
Sex and Gender - Femininity and Masculinity
Ethnicity and Identity
Community, Nation and Globalization.
