The Body and Sociology – empirical research and theoretical concepts

The culinary triangle, body positivity, and one‑sex body model – these are just some of the concepts explored in this book that illustrate the ways in which human bodies are shaped by, and in turn shape, society. The volume takes readers on a journey through diverse spheres of social life in which the body plays a central role: from medicine and illness to religion and work, from food and sport to questions of gender and beauty, from temporality and media to sexuality. It also introduces readers to the achievements of sociology of the body, presenting empirical studies, both classical and contemporary theoretical approaches, and highlighting the most significant directions of research in the field.

The Body and Sociology – empirical research and theoretical concepts brings together twelve chapters written by fifteen scholars specializing in the sociology of the body from across Poland. Both experienced readers and those beginning their academic exploration of the field will find valuable insights, discovering how various social phenomena influence the ways bodies are used, represented, understood, and governed.

The project was co-financed by the Polish Ministry of Science and Higher Education under the. “Doskonała Nauka II” Programme from public funds of the Republic of Poland.