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Explore the intersection of performance and research in Playing with Purpose: Adventures in Performative Social Science. Written by Mary M. and Kenneth J. Gergen, this volume distills decades of work from their prestigious careers to make a compelling case for enriching the social sciences through performative methods. This book offers a unique exploration into the origins of performative social science, providing a rich overview of its significance and its potential for future growth in the field. Readers will find an intellectually deep look at how these methods can broaden the scope of social science, making complex topics more accessible to non-experts. By including many of their own performance pieces within the volume, the authors provide practical examples of their work in action. This text aims to open new dialogues between society and science, changing how we understand the relationship between research and the world around us. It is an essential read for those interested in ethnographic narratives and the evolution of social science methodology.

Key Features

Provides a deep look into the origins and significance of performative social science within the academic field.

Includes original performance pieces from authors Mary M. and Kenneth J. Gergen to illustrate their methods.

Aims to make social science more accessible to non-experts through engaging ethnographic narratives.

Explores the evolving potential of performance to create new dialogues between science and society.

Distills decades of professional expertise from two highly regarded scholars in the social sciences.

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Format
paperback
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
30 April 2012
Listed Since
01 December 2011

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