Society and the absurd : a sociology of conflictual encounters / Shlomo Giora Shoham.
| Author/creator | Shoham, S. Giora, 1929- |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | 2nd rev. ed. |
| Publication Info | Brighton ; Portland, Or. : Sussex Academic Press, ©2006. |
| Description | vi, 239 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Supplemental Content | Table of contents |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Introduction : The breakdown of meaningful interaction -- Accidia and the absurd : a conceptual discussion -- The congruity principle -- The broken image and the absurd : a theoretical analysis -- The absurd revisited -- The cognitions of dialogue -- The errant ego and its errands -- Involvement and interaction -- Personality type : the medium controlling the message -- Defenses, rituals, and slanted congruity -- Petrification. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (p. 218-235) and index. |
| LCCN | 2005037864 |
| ISBN | 184519067X (pbk. : alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 9781845190675 (pbk. : alk. paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | HM676 .S46 2006 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |