The name of Richard A. Peterson is associated with at least two major issues in the
field of sociology: first, the production of culture approach to cultural analysis,
probably still his most relevant contribution to contemporary sociology; and second,
the cultural omnivore hypothesis, which currently is a central theme in empirical
research on cultural consumption and stratification. Both these issues (and the
first in particular) are discussed in this interview, together with other more
specific and specialized topics, mostly linked to Peterson's equally influential
work as a sociologist of music. Overall, the interview offers both a comprehensive
reconstruction of Peterson's intellectual career and also an autobiographical
assessment of his contribution to the sociology of culture.
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Peterson, R.A.
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