Useful as a reference book, a study guide and an introductory primer, this clearly-written and well-organised text covers all the bases. For students of youth studies, this is one of the most accessible and useful introductory books on the market.
Steve Hall
Professor of Criminology, Teesside University, UK
This book is a handy access point for students across disciplines to pinpoint contemporary areas of concern, debate and contestation within the field of youth studies. The book offers a timely focus on challenging social, cultural and economic issues as the youth agenda intensifies in its political relevance. The breadth of topics and further references material make Key Concepts in Youth Studies an invaluable aid to research and advanced study for both post and undergraduates.
Shane Blackman
Professor of Cultural Studies, Canterbury Christ Church University, UK
Key Concepts in Youth Studies taps directly into current debates and developments in youth studies. It offers a succinct introduction to foundational concepts and issues such as the division between cultural and post-cultural approaches, as well as addressing more recent concerns, such as the idea that youth have become narcissistic. Comprehensive and accessible, this book provides an essential introduction to youth studies, guiding the reader towards an understanding of young people's lives in an increasingly complex, global, connected and also divided world.
Johanna Wyn
Professor in Education and Director, Youth Research Centre, The University of Melbourne, Australia
Key Concepts in Youth Studies provides an excellent starting point for students and researchers new to youth studies. Through a series of well researched and accessible chapters, Cieslik and Simpson introduce readers to key themes and issues in youth research, from foundational concepts through to contemporary debates on a diverse range of specific research topics. Informed by up to date scholarship and acknowledging throughout the ever changing and complex nature of young people's lives, this is essential reading for those wishing to gain an overview of this dynamic field of research.
Sue Heath
Professor of Sociology, Co-Director of the Morgan Centre for the Study of Relationships and Personal Life, University of Manchester
A miniencyclopedia of youth studies. A window to global culture through the eyes of young people. A helpful tool for the next generations of youth researchers. A master key for entering youth public and private homes.
Carles Feixa
University of Lleida, Catalonia, Spain
