We praise those people who do things for others. But the symbolic power of giving means individuals can take advantage of the glow of 'goodness' that charity provides. Drawing on original data and a novel application of the sociology of Bourdieu, this book examines a wide range of examples from culture, politics and society to provide an entertaining critique of how contemporary charity works.
Rezensionen / Stimmen
"A hugely relevant and important book for how we understand the institution of charity and how it mobilises and utilises symbolic power. A must read for all scholars of charity." Eddy Hogg, University of Kent
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Illustrationen
2 s/w Abbildungen, 3 s/w Tabellen
Maße
Höhe: 234 mm
Breite: 156 mm
Dicke: 12 mm
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ISBN-13
978-1-4473-4490-2 (9781447344902)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Jon Dean is Reader in Politics and Sociology at Sheffield Hallam University.
Introduction
Giving and getting: Using charity's symbolic power
#humblebrags and the good giving self on social media
Charities, expertise, and policy
The kids aren't alright: The collapse of Kids Company
Poppy fascism
Effective altruism and ignoring charity's symbolic power
Conclusions: The good glow
Methodological Appendix
