Ken and Mary Gergen present an account of social constructionist thought that will enable students, colleagues and practitioners - as well as those who are simply curious - to gain a basic understanding and appreciation of the drama and constructionist ideas in action - in organizations, psychotherapy, education, conflict resolution, social research, and everyday life. This book outlines in an easy to read format, the underlying theory for the Taos Institute's work and mission in the world. This account of social constructionist thought will enable students, colleagues, and practitioners to gain a basic understanding and appreciation of the drama of constructionist ideas in action--in organizations, psychotherapy, education, conflict resolution, social research, and everyday life.