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Book SynopsisSubcultures have long captured the imagination of sociologists and the public alike. Making an important contribution to sociology, Subcultures is delightful reading for those who are interested in groups at the fringes of society such as Dead heads, members of the LGBTQ culture, gamers, and even subcultural elements of some alt-right groups.
Illustrating the diverse application of the 'subculture' concept within sociology, this edited collection showcases insights ranging from studies on music subcultures, to groups who are formed through their leisurely pursuits (e.g. live action roleplaying and backpacking), and how these groups develop their sense of self and identity. Using a diverse range of approaches, the chapters illustrate the flexibility in the subculture concept - at times stretching the term to its breaking point.
This lively collection of articles is of interest to those wanting to know more about the core principles of symbolic interactionism, and the diversity of human life.
Table of ContentsSituating Subcultures: A Note From The Editor; Christopher T. Conner
Chapter 1. “We Didn’t Invent Them:” The Development of Subcultural Identity Among Deadheads; Stacy Smith
Chapter 2. Separating From Hardcore Ritual: Situating Post-Traditional Religious Experience in the Life Course With Ex-Straightedgers; Jason Torkelson
Chapter 3. Constructing Communal Gamers: Gamers' Group Identity Work; Bertan Buyukozturk
Chapter 4. Fred Perry: Polos for All; Jessica Strübel and Monica Sklar
Chapter 5. David Matza From Naturalism to Cultural Criminology: Exploring Subculture and Alcohol in an Ethnographic Study of Young Adults in the UK; Shane Blackman and Robert McPherson
Chapter 6. The Backpacker Hostel in Central America: Experiencing Escape, Community, and Tourism; Marko Salvaggio
Chapter 7. “You're Dancing on My Seat!”: Queer Subcultures and the Production of Places in Contemporary Gay Bars; Theodore Greene
Chapter 8. Becoming an Ogre: Identity Work as a Postmodern Leisure Subculture Activity; Nicholas M. Baxter
