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Social Mindscapes: An Invitation To Cognitive Sociology,New
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Why Do We Eat Sardines, But Never Goldfish; Ducks, But Never Parrots? Why Does Adding Cheese Make A Hamburger A 'Cheeseburger' Whereas Adding Ketchup Does Not Make It A 'Ketchupburger'? By The Same Token, How Do We Determine Which Things Said At A Meeting Should Be Included In The Minutes And Which Ought To Be Considered 'Off The Record' And Officially Disregarded?In This Wideranging And Provocative Book, Eviatar Zerubavel Argues That Cognitive Science Cannot Answer These Questions, Since It Addresses Cognition On Only Two Levels: The Individual And The Universal. To Fill The Gap Between The Romantic Vision Of The Solitary Thinker Whose Thoughts Are The Product Of Unique Experience, And The Cognitivepsychological View, Which Revolves Around The Search For The Universal Foundations Of Human Cognition, Zerubavel Charts An Expansive Social Realm Of Minda Domain That Focuses On The Conventional, Normative Aspects Of The Way We Think.With Witty Anecdote And Revealing Analogy, Zerubavel Illuminates The Social Foundation Of Mental Actions Such As Perceiving, Attending, Classifying, Remembering, Assigning Meaning, And Reckoning The Time. What Takes Place Inside Our Heads, He Reminds Us, Is Deeply Affected By Our Social Environments, Which Are Typically Groups That Are Larger Than The Individual Yet Considerably Smaller Than The Human Race. Thus, We Develop A Nonuniversal Software For Thinking As Americans Or Chinese, Lawyers Or Teachers, Catholics Or Jews, Baby Boomers Or Genxers. Zerubavel Explores The Fascinating Ways In Which Thought Communities Carve Up And Classify Reality, Assign Meanings, And Perceive Things, 'Defamiliarizing' In The Process Many Takenforgranted Assumptions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Social Mindscapes'? A: 'Social Mindscapes: An Invitation to Cognitive Sociology' explores the interplay between social contexts and cognitive processes. Eviatar Zerubavel argues that our thinking is influenced by social environments, which shape how we perceive, classify, and assign meaning to experiences.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Social Mindscapes'? A: The author of 'Social Mindscapes' is Eviatar Zerubavel, a prominent sociologist known for his work in cognitive sociology.
- Q: How many pages is 'Social Mindscapes'? A: 'Social Mindscapes' contains 176 pages, making it a concise read for those interested in cognitive sociology.
- Q: What is the condition of the book if purchased as used? A: If purchased as a used book, it is noted that it is in good condition, ensuring that you receive a quality reading experience.
- Q: When was 'Social Mindscapes' published? A: 'Social Mindscapes' was published on October 15, 1999.
- Q: What binding does 'Social Mindscapes' have? A: 'Social Mindscapes' is available in a paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: What type of insights does 'Social Mindscapes' provide? A: 'Social Mindscapes' provides insights into how social norms and communities influence individual thought processes, highlighting the conventional aspects of cognition.
- Q: Is 'Social Mindscapes' suitable for beginners in cognitive sociology? A: Yes, 'Social Mindscapes' is written in an accessible style, making it suitable for beginners as well as those with a background in cognitive sociology.
- Q: What kind of topics does Zerubavel cover in 'Social Mindscapes'? A: Zerubavel discusses a variety of topics, including how social groups affect perceptions, classifications, and the meanings assigned to experiences.
- Q: Can 'Social Mindscapes' be used in academic settings? A: Yes, 'Social Mindscapes' can be a valuable resource in academic settings, particularly for courses in sociology, psychology, and cognitive studies.