Future of Childhood
In this ground-breaking book, Alan Prout discusses the place of children and childhood in modern society. He critically examines ''the new social studies of childhood'', reconsidering some of its key assumptions and positions and arguing that childhood is heterogeneous and complex. The study of childhood requires a broad set of intellectual resources and an interdisciplinary approach. Chapters inc...
In this ground-breaking book, Alan Prout discusses the place of children and childhood in modern society. He critically examines ''the new social studies of childhood'', reconsidering some of its key assumptions and positions and arguing that childhood is heterogeneous and complex. The study of childhood requires a broad set of intellectual resources and an interdisciplinary approach. Chapters inc...