Routledge - Distinctions in the Flesh: Social Class & Inequality

Explore the sociological connection between the human body and social hierarchy with Distinctions in the Flesh. While recent decades have seen a surge of interest in the body as a site of aesthetic investment and political regulation, this work addresses a significant gap in current sociological literature. It focuses on the specific role the body plays in the everyday reproduction of class boundaries. This book examines how individuals perceive and use their bodies in ways that reflect and maintain social status. By moving beyond traditional views of agency and identity, the text provides a deep look at how physical existence is tied to social standing. It is an essential resource for students and researchers studying how inequality is lived and expressed through physical presence and bodily practices.