Acquaintances the space between intimates and strangers - Morgan, D. H. J. (Open University Press, 2009)
Includes bibliographical references and index
Front cover; Halftitle page; Title page; Copyright page; Contents; Series editors' preface; Acknowledgements; 1 Locating acquaintances; 2 Acquaintances in space: neighbours; 3 'Mates are not friends': acquaintanceship and places of work; 4 Relations between professionals and clients; 5 Passing acquaintances: overlapping timetables; 6 Fleeting acquaintances in time and space; 7 Distant and unwanted encounters; 8 Conclusion; Summary; References; Name Index; Subject Index; Back cover
The distinction between friends and acquaintances is often made in everyday conversation but the significance of this distinction is under-explored. This book argues that acquaintanceship is a topic worthy of investigation in its own right and assesses the overall significance of acquaintances in late modern society