Bøker av Elizabeth Shove

A Clever, innovative book which makes an important contribution to social theory and social policy. An effective introduction it covers core themes and demonstrates exactly how our everyday life is defined by the rise, change and collapse of social practices.

How do common household items such as basic plastic house wares or high-tech digital cameras transform our daily lives? This title considers this question, from the design of products through to their use in the home. It looks at how everyday objects, ranging from screwdrivers to photo management software, are used on a practical level.

Over the past few generations, expectations of comfort, cleanliness and convenience have altered. This book brings together the sociology of consumption and technology to investigate the evolution of these changes, as well the social meaning of the practices themselves.