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""The combination of different sociological theories of identity, and the singling out of three specific dimensions for further analysis[, ...] provides a broader perspective than what has often been the case in previous theorizing of identity. [...] Brekhus has much to teach us about the dynamics and relevance of identity for present-day political change and struggle."" —Sociology​ ""Identity has long been one of the central concepts in the social sciences. In this readable, theoretically-rich, and empirically-sound work, Wayne Brekhus has provided a persuasive account of how identities are linked to authenticity, multidimensionality, and mobility. For anyone interested in selves and societies, this impressive book provides an account that reveals and inspires."" —Gary Alan Fine, Northwestern University ""With lucidity and richness, Brekhus casts identity in a refreshing new light. The unique combination of cognitive sociology and symbolic interactionism reveals the paradoxical process of constructing, performing and navigating selfhood while pursuing authenticity. This wonderful book is highly recommended."" —Susie Scott, University of Sussex ""Brekhus demonstrates an in-depth understanding of identity as he moves readers through various aspects of symbolic interactionism's expansive ethnographic literature. The writing is concise, using clearly defined terms without an overwhelming amount of jargon, making it ideal for students and researchers."" —Symbolic Interaction

Identity has long been one of the central concepts in the social sciences. In this readable, theoretically-rich, and empirically-sound work, Wayne Brekhus has provided a persuasive account of how identities are linked to authenticity, multidimensionality, and mobility. For anyone interested in selves and societies, this impressive book provides an account that reveals and inspires. Gary Alan Fine, Northwestern University Gary Alan Fine, Northwestern University With lucidity and richness, Brekhus casts identity in a refreshing new light. The unique combination of cognitive sociology and symbolic interactionism reveals the paradoxical process of constructing, performing and navigating selfhood while pursuing authenticity. This wonderful book is highly recommended. Susie Scott, University of Sussex

The combination of different sociological theories of identity, and the singling out of three specific dimensions for further analysis[, ...] provides a broader perspective than what has often been the case in previous theorizing of identity. [...] Brekhus has much to teach us about the dynamics and relevance of identity for present-day political change and struggle. Sociology Identity has long been one of the central concepts in the social sciences. In this readable, theoretically-rich, and empirically-sound work, Wayne Brekhus has provided a persuasive account of how identities are linked to authenticity, multidimensionality, and mobility. For anyone interested in selves and societies, this impressive book provides an account that reveals and inspires. Gary Alan Fine, Northwestern University Gary Alan Fine, Northwestern University With lucidity and richness, Brekhus casts identity in a refreshing new light. The unique combination of cognitive sociology and symbolic interactionism reveals the paradoxical process of constructing, performing and navigating selfhood while pursuing authenticity. This wonderful book is highly recommended. Susie Scott, University of Sussex Brekhus demonstrates an in-depth understanding of identity as he moves readers through various aspects of symbolic interactionism's expansive ethnographic literature. The writing is concise, using clearly defined terms without an overwhelming amount of jargon, making it ideal for students and researchers. Symbolic Interaction

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Wayne H. Brekhus is Professor of Sociology at the University of Missouri.

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