Theorizing the Standoff

Klappentext

Theoretical analysis and real life case studies are combined to explore the nature of the standoff.

Zusammenfassung
This book combines original theoretical analysis with real life case studies to examine the nature of the standoff. The author explores the archetypal patterns of human action and cognition that move us into and out of these highly charged situations and seeks to theorize the contingency of all such moments.

Inhalt

Acknowledgements; 1. Theorizing contingency; 2. The times of standoffs; 3. The spaces of standoffs; 4. The action of standoffs; 5. Endings and improvisations.