Society in the Digital Age: An Interactionist Perspective

William Housley's book Digital Society: An Interactionist Perspective explores how interactionist thinking contributes to our understanding of digital sociology, highlighting the importance of self and presentation, action and agency, practical reason, and interaction in understanding emerging trends such as big data, social media, and algorithmic culture.

Format: Hardback
Length: 112 pages
Publication date: 25 May 2021
Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd

In his groundbreaking work, Digital Society: An Interactionist Perspective, William Housley delves deep into the realm of digital sociology, exploring the profound ways in which interactionist thinking contributes to our understanding of the current trends and topics shaping our digital world. Through a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach, Housley uncovers the essential role of self and presentation, action and agency, practical reason, and interaction in shaping the emerging contours of digital society.

Drawing upon a diverse array of aligned approaches, concepts, and empirical studies, Housley intricately examines how these fundamental aspects play a pivotal role in comprehending the intricate tapestry of digital society. This includes exploring the realm of big data, social media, the social life of methods, algorithmic culture, 'artificial intelligence, and the transformative shift towards voice. By doing so, Housley aims to showcase the enduring relevance of the work of influential figures such as Goffman, Garfinkel, and Sacks in understanding the everyday dynamics of digital social life.

This thought-provoking book offers a wealth of insights into how sociology and social science continue to harness the power of interactionism and related traditions, such as ethnomethodology, to make sense of the ever-evolving Interaction Order 2.0 and beyond. It sheds light on the ways in which these frameworks facilitate our understanding of the complex interplay between individuals, technologies, and social structures, paving the way for new avenues of research and inquiry.

Through his meticulous exploration, Housley invites readers to reimagine our understanding of the digital realm and its impact on our lives. Digital Society: An Interactionist Perspective serves as a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and anyone interested in delving into the intricacies of our modern digital society. It provides a rich tapestry of ideas and perspectives that will undoubtedly inspire and inform future generations of scholars in this field.

Weight: 270g
Dimension: 153 x 218 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526478085