Wells, Karen
Childhood in a Global - Perspective
- ISBN 13:
- 9781509541713
- author:
- Wells, Karen
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Polity Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 280
- Dimensions:
- 22.8 x 15.2 x 2.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Professional & Vocational, Nonfiction, Social Sciences,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Understanding childhood in its global context is crucial for grasping how society shapes and is shaped by children's lives. This thought-provoking book offers a rigorous and critical approach to thinking about childhood, exploring key social issues such as race, class, gender, and the role of education and work.
The author, Karen Wells, takes an engaging historical and comparative approach, discussing topics including children's rights, family, play, labour, migration, and trafficking. The book also delves into new areas, such as children's activism, politics, war, and juvenile justice, providing a comprehensive understanding of the complexities surrounding childhood.
This revised third edition includes updated literature and extensive new material, making it an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and practitioners working with or impacting children. It is an essential companion to anyone interested in exploring the intricacies of childhood in today's world.
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