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Ghostly Matters: Haunting And The Sociological Imagination
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Avery Gordons Stunningly Original And Provocatively Imaginative Book Explores The Connections Linking Horror, History, And Haunting. George Lipsitzthe Text Is Of Great Value To Anyone Working On Issues Pertaining To The Fantastic And The Uncanny. American Studies Internationalghostly Matters Immediately Establishes Avery Gordon As A Leader Among Her Generation Of Social And Cultural Theorists In All Fields. The Sheer Beauty Of Her Language Enhances An Intellectual Brilliance So Daunting That Some Readers Will Mark The Day They First Read This Book. One Must Go Back Many More Years Than Most Of Us Can Remember To Find A More Important Book. Charles Lemertdrawing On A Range Of Sources, Including The Fiction Of Toni Morrison And Luisa Valenzuela (He Who Searches), 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.Avery F. Gordon Is Professor Of Sociology At The University Of California, Santa Barbara.Janice Radway Is Professor Of Literature At Duke University.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Ghostly Matters: Haunting and the Sociological Imagination'? A: The main theme of the book explores the connections between horror, history, and haunting, examining how past social forces influence present lives through a sociological lens.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Ghostly Matters'? A: The author of 'Ghostly Matters' is Avery F. Gordon, who is a professor of sociology at the University of California, Santa Barbara.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on December 15, 1996.
- Q: How many pages does 'Ghostly Matters' have? A: The book contains 264 pages.
- Q: In what format is 'Ghostly Matters' available? A: This book is available in paperback format.
- Q: What condition is the book sold in? A: The book is sold as a new item.
- Q: What academic fields does 'Ghostly Matters' contribute to? A: The book contributes to social and cultural theory, particularly within the fields of sociology, American studies, and postmodernism.
- Q: Are there any notable endorsements for 'Ghostly Matters'? A: Yes, the book has received notable endorsements from scholars such as George Lipsitz, American Studies International, and Charles Lemert, praising its originality and intellectual depth.
- Q: Does 'Ghostly Matters' include references to other authors? A: Yes, Avery Gordon references works by authors such as Toni Morrison and Luisa Valenzuela in her exploration of haunting themes.
- Q: What is the significance of the term 'ghostly matters' in this context? A: The term 'ghostly matters' signifies the lingering effects of historical injustices and social forces that shape contemporary experiences, particularly regarding race, gender, and class.