Bourdieu's Distinction published in 1979, which accounts for the logic of cultural practice, is one of the most important studies to analyze the relation between culture and social structure in sociology today. But, at the same time, it has been criticized in various ways, theoretically as well as empirically, since its publication.
In this paper, I will try to critically reconsider Bourdieu's explanation of cultural practices in the light of social conditions today by especially focusing on the theory of habitus. First, we examine individualization theory and cultural omnivorization thesis to catch the macroscopic trend in contemporary society. Second, by contrast with both arguments, I point out some problems with Bourdieu's theoretical premise. Finally, it is claimed that we need to turn the perspective of the theory of habitus from groups to individuals, or from unity to plurality for concretely analyzing contemporary cultural practices.

特集 : 社会学 社会心理学 文化人類学
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