McCracken, Grant David
Transformations: Identity Construction in Contemporary Culture
- ISBN 13:
- 9780253219572
- author:
- McCracken, Grant David
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Indiana University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 428
- Dimensions:
- 155 mm X 235 mm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy / Social Science
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Self-reinvention has become a dominant theme in contemporary culture. This phenomenon is reflected in various aspects of our lives, from Hollywood movies to popular advertising campaigns and spiritual movements. Despite its widespread presence, transformation remains poorly understood, with few studies exploring its nature and mechanisms. Grant David McCracken's Transformations offers the first comprehensive examination of this concept. Drawing on ethnographic research, the book provides a systematic view of transformation in contemporary culture. By examining the ways in which individuals and groups undergo change, McCracken sheds light on the underlying dynamics that shape our world. This book is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of transformation in modern society.
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