Extra credit: The Presentation of Self in Everyday Life

 1）Summarize

I got as far as chapter four of Goffman's book, which was hard for me to read, so I reread it twice.

In the first three chapters, Goffman introduced the concepts of "front-stage" and "back-stage" behavior. Goffman argues that individuals present different versions of themselves in different situations, with front-stage behavior being the performance presented to the public and back-stage behavior being the private behavior that individuals engage in when they are not in the public eye. For example, a waiter in a restaurant may put on a friendly and polite front-stage performance for customers, but engage in more casual and relaxed back-stage behavior when in the kitchen with colleagues. Understanding these distinctions can help individuals navigate social situations and present themselves in a way that is consistent with their goals and values. as well as the idea of "impression management," which refers to the ways in which individuals use various cues to construct and convey their identities. He also discussed the importance of the audience in social interactions, and how individuals adjust their behavior based on the perceived expectations of the audience.

In chapter four, titled "Performance Given in Honor of a Death," Goffman examines how individuals present themselves during funerals and other rituals of death. He argues that these events provide an opportunity for individuals to display their social identity and status and that the performance of grief can serve to reinforce social ties and norms.


2）Interesting point

The book is written in a clear and accessible style, with numerous examples and illustrations to help us understand the concepts presented. What I think is interesting about this book is its ability to provide new perspectives on social interactions and relationships. Goffman's ideas on the "front stage" and "back stage" behavior of individuals in social situations are particularly insightful, as they demonstrate how people may put on a façade or "performance" in certain situations while maintaining their true selves in others. 

Overall, I thought it was an interesting and thought-provoking read that provides valuable insight into the way individuals present themselves in social situations. Its ideas continue to influence the study of social interaction and provide important insights into how individuals navigate social situations and construct their identities.


3）Discussion point

In terms of whether the book is a good fit for students of social sciences in the 2020s, I would say that it is still very relevant and useful. The concepts and ideas presented in the book can help students understand the dynamics of social interaction in today's society, and how individuals use various cues to construct and convey their identities. Overall, I believe that "The Presentation of Self in Everyday Life" is a valuable and insightful book for anyone interested in sociology or social psychology. So what do you think?


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