"Early in the twentieth century, Americans and other English-speaking nations began to regard adolescence as a separate phase of life. Associated with uncertain

Early in the twentieth century, Americans and other English-speaking nations began to regard adolescence as a separate phase of life. Associated with uncertaint

This book examines ways to ensure that the rights, interests and concerns of young people are properly represented in Western democracies. One new proposal is t

Cover -- Half-title -- Title -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Contents -- Preface -- 1 Youth and Media -- 2 Then and Now -- 3 Themes and Theoretical Perspectives -

Youth and the Politics of the Present presents a range of topical sociological investigations into various aspects of the everyday practices of young adults in