George Psathas Livres

Conversation analysis has contributed enormously to the understanding of social life, social structure, the meaning ascribed by individuals to interaction, and the rules and structures of conversation. George Psathas′ succinct introduction outlines its procedures and its major accomplishments, with discussions on verbal sequence, institutional constraints on interaction, and the deep structure of talk.

This anthology compiles revised papers from conferences held in 1999 at Waseda University, University of Konstanz, and the University of Oregon, celebrating the centennial of Alfred Schutz's birth. It acknowledges the support of his family and various institutions that facilitated these events.