Time for Life: The Surprising Ways Americans Use Their Time

dentiary bases are not always clear, Mehta’s interpretations are often provocative. This monograph should be of interest to culturalists, especially those specializing in Islamic societies. However, the analytic content of the book interacts primarily with theoretical debates from semiotics, and the peculiar way in which Mehta frames his findings makes for difficult reading. I found it hard to follow many of Mehta’s arguments. Also, I would have preferred more discussion of the general theoretical significance of his interpretations. The book’s influence within mainstream sociology will likely be limited.