ABSTRACT
A central position expounded throughout this book is that the interpretivist view of the individual, and particularly that based upon the symbolic interactionist theoretical position, is of one who is a manager of his or her environment. Elaborating on this position can lead to the development of different types of studies, as later chapters demonstrate in the form of research proposals. Nevertheless, it seems to me that before we can launch into pursuing any of these types of studies, we must fi rst of all come to grips with more fundamental matters. In this regard, my contention is that there are two basic types of studies which can be developed from the symbolic interactionist view of the individual, particularly when it is considered in light of Blumer’s three principles as outlined in the previous chapter. Furthermore, I contend that these form the foundation framework for engaging in all other kinds of related studies.
