Erving Goffman and Dramaturgical Theory: A Sociological Analysis

Erving Goffman and Dramaturgical Theory: A Sociological Analysis

Introduction Erving Goffman, one of the most influential sociologists of the 20th century, offered a unique perspective on human interaction through his Dramaturgical Theory. Introduced in his landmark book The Presentation of Self in Everyday Life (1959), Goffman compared social life to a theatrical performance. He suggested that individuals, like actors on a stage, perform … Read more