Robert Wuthnow

Small-Town America: Finding Community, Shaping the Future

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ISBN 13:
9780691165820
author:
Robert Wuthnow
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Princeton University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2015
Pages:
520
Dimensions:
22.4 x 14.5 x 3 cm
Genre:
Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Sociology
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£25.44

Description

Small-Town America offers a nuanced exploration of life in rural communities across the United States. Drawing on over seven hundred in-depth interviews and three decades of census data, Robert Wuthnow examines the complexities of small-town living, from the symbols and rituals that define these communities to the challenges faced by residents. Wuthnow delves into topics such as the social role of religious congregations, the perception of moral and economic decline, and the ways in which residents make sense of their own lives. He also tackles difficult issues like class and race, abortion, homosexuality, and substance abuse, providing a rich panorama of individuals living in small communities. For many people, living in a small town is an important part of self-identity, and Wuthnow's work sheds light on the intricate web of relationships and community dynamics that shape these rural areas.

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