Structures of Social Action (Studies in Conversation Analysis)

ISBN 10: 0521318629 / ISBN 13: 9780521318624

Published by Cambridge University Press, 1985

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Structures of Social Action (Studies in Conversation Analysis)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 1985
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521318629
• ISBN 13: 9780521318624
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Bringing together thirteen original papers by leading American and British researchers, this volume reflects fresh developments in the increasingly influential field of conversation analysis. It begins by outlining the theoretical and methodological foundations of the field and goes on to develop some of the main themes that have emerged from topical empirical research. These include the organisation of preference, topic, non-vocal activities, and apparently spontaneous responses such as laughter and applause. The collection represents the most comprehensive statement yet to be published on this type of research.

Book Description

Bringing together thirteen original papers by leading American and British researchers, this volume reflects fresh developments in the increasingly influential field of conversation analysis. Through theoretical and methodological foundations, this collection examines organisation of preference, topic, non-vocal activities, and apparently spontaneous responses such as laughter and applause.