Youth & Society

By Johanna Wyn, Rob White, Patrizia Albanese

Book Overview

Youth and Society is the most accessible and comprehensive textbook on the sociology of youth. Now in its fourth edition, it has been significantly revised to reflect the latest research in an overview of key debates, research and theories of how young people fit into contemporary society.

Led by an expert author team, the new edition provides a comprehensive overview of youth studies. Using both Australian and global examples, the book takes a holistic approach to the concept of youth and how they shape their lives. The new edition comprises four new chapters: Chapter 2: Ways of Knowing, Chapter 6: Place and Mobilities, Chapter 13: Networked Youth and Social Media and Chapter 14: Chemical Cultures. New pedagogical features including key terms and case studies assist students in their learning and engagement.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0190305185
• ISBN13: 9780190305185
• Release Date: August 2017
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 522 Pages
• Weight: 2.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 7.4" x 9.6"