SOC 1101 Lecture Notes - Lecture 14: Erving Goffman, White Coat, Stethoscope
6 Jan 2014
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The presentation of self in everyday life, 1959. The perspective employed in this report is that of the theatrical performance; the principles derived are dramaturgical ones. Front stage: where the performance takes place, wherever an audience and performers are both present. Back stage: where whatever is pertinent to the performance but not allowed on the front stage might appear, it is comfortable and relaxed because the audience is absent. The activity a social actor engages in to guard against the unexpected, such as unintended gestures, improper use of language and breaches of social etiquette. Keep a social distance guarding the privacy of seal. Maintain self-control, including control over facial expressions and tone of one"s voice. We are very respectful towards how we and others manage their impressions / private space. Settings: a metaphor, the physical props and scenery that have to be present, think of the content of a doctor"s office or the presence of a uniform.
