Phelps, Katherine A.
Digital Girlhoods
- ISBN 13:
- 9781439925812
- author:
- Phelps, Katherine A.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Temple University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2025
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Feminism & Feminist Theory,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Digital Girlhoods by Katherine A. Phelps explores the complex world of tween girls' online experiences and their impact on identity formation, community building, and self-expression. Through in-depth interviews with a diverse group of tween girls, Phelps sheds light on the ways in which social media shapes their relationships, self-perceptions, and sense of belonging. By examining the intricacies of digital girlhoods, this book offers a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by young girls in the online age. Phelps' thoughtful analysis reveals the multifaceted nature of tween girlhoods in America today, highlighting both the pitfalls and potential benefits of social media participation.