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Key Concepts in Childhood Studies
Allison James
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Description for Key Concepts in Childhood Studies
Paperback. A new edition of this popular companion to childhood studies. The first edition was adopted heavily in both education and sociology departments, and the authors have made a timely, well-written update. Series: Sage Key Concepts Series. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JFSP1; JMC. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 240 x 168 x 10. Weight in Grams: 286.
The new edition thoroughly revises old entries and adds new ones. The book is the most accessible, relevant student introduction to this expanding, interdisciplinary field. It is an indispensable teaching text and an ideal prompt for researchers.
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"Arranged alphabetically, core ideas about ′Agency′ and ′Development′ through to ′Socialisation′ and ′Youth′ are explained in straightforward language, with a concise introduction to key theoretical debates, as well as up to date references."
- Martin Woodhead, The Open University
"A challenging text that is recommended for all levels of the BA in Childhood Studies programme. The short, focussed chapters provide students with a comprehensive overview of a topic which they can then research in further depth."
- Sharron Galley, Centre for Childhood Studies, Stockport College
"This book gives a fantastic first look at many key concepts which ... Read more
This book has already proved itself as a market leader in Childhood Studies. All of the strengths of the First Edition have been retained. The book is comprehensive and judged with the needs of students in mind. It is a model of clarity and precision and has been acknowledged as such in reviews and course feedback.The new edition thoroughly revises old entries and adds new ones. The book is the most accessible, relevant student introduction to this expanding, interdisciplinary field. It is an indispensable teaching text and an ideal prompt for researchers.
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Product Details
Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Series
Sage Key Concepts Series
Condition
New
Weight
290g
Number of Pages
160
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781446201909
SKU
V9781446201909
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Ref
99-2
About Allison James
Allison James is Professor of Sociology at the University of Sheffield where she is also co-director of the Centre for the Study of Childhood and Youth. Professor Adrian James is Emeritus Professor of Applied Social Sciences at the University of Sheffield.
Reviews for Key Concepts in Childhood Studies
Once again, James and James have produced a book which will define Childhood Studies in the coming years. This is an essential book for everyone interested in this rapidly expanding field and offers a series of short, in-depth, introductory essays which provide invaluable starting points for further exploration. Indispensible to anyone interested in studying childhood. Heather Montgomery Reader in ... Read more