Author’s Tranquility Press proudly announces the release of The Goffman Course by Thomas Hood—a remarkable exploration into the silent rituals, subtle performances, and hidden structures that define who we are when we think no one is watching.

For readers hungry for meaning in the theater of modern life, The Goffman Course is not just a book. It is a revelation.

Step Into the Role You’ve Been Playing All Along

What if the “real you” weren’t something deep inside, but something carefully crafted—scene by scene—through gestures, settings, and interactions?

In The Goffman Course, Thomas Hood, Professor Emeritus of Sociology, takes us backstage to examine what sociologist Erving Goffman called “the presentation of self in everyday life.” This isn’t theory for theory’s sake—it’s a journey through the rituals that govern how we shake hands, smile, flirt, apologize, rebel, and recover.

These are not dusty lectures. They are intellectual portraits—originally co-taught with philosopher Dwight Van de Vate—that pulse with life, wit, and reflection. From mental institutions to gender performance, from Augustine to Jenner, Hood makes Goffman urgent, personal, and powerfully relevant.

A Book for the Times We’re In

In an age obsessed with identity—where gender, status, and authenticity are debated daily—The Goffman Course cuts through the noise with clarity and grace. It asks:

• What are we really performing when we say, “Just being myself”?

• How do we manage public shame, private truths, and the masks we wear?

• And is there such a thing as an “authentic self” behind the performance?

From classrooms to courtrooms, social media feeds to sacred spaces, this book explains why we behave the way we do—and what it means.

Now Available on Amazon

The Goffman Course is available in hardcover, paperback, and eBook editions. Whether you’re a student of sociology, a curious thinker, or someone who’s ever wondered, “Why did I say that?”, this book belongs in your hands.

About the Author

Thomas Hood is a sociologist, educator, and scholar with a lifelong passion for human behavior and moral identity. He taught at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he co-developed “The Goffman Course,” blending academic rigor with deeply human curiosity. His enduring research on gender, social roles, and symbolic interactionism anchors this landmark text.

About Author’s Tranquility Press

Author’s Tranquility Press, based in Marietta, Georgia, is a publishing powerhouse committed to bringing courageous, transformative voices to the page. Through relentless dedication to author advocacy and visibility, the press serves as a trusted partner for thought leaders and storytellers worldwide.

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