Explore the dynamic intersections of urban culture and political action with 'Youth Urban Worlds', a thought-provoking book that reveals how the vibrant environments of cities shape youth experiences and their engagement in political processes. This groundbreaking publication, ideal for students, academics, and anyone interested in youth studies and urban sociology, delves deeply into the rich empirical landscape of contemporary urban living. With its 240 pages, this book presents insightful ethnographies that illuminate the lives of racialized youth, urban farmers, and adventurous individuals like dumpster divers and student protestors. The text argues that urban cultures not only challenge traditional notions of politics but also redefine the aesthetic expressions that underpin these experiences. Perfectly blending theory and practice, 'Youth Urban Worlds' shows how aesthetics become essential forms of political action and examines the integral role of fun, warmth, and embodiment in young peoples' interactions with their urban environments. Additionally, this brand new publication from John Wiley & Sons (UK) is published in 2021, making it a timely resource for understanding the contemporary youth landscape. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781119582212
Year: 2021
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 240


Description:


Both theoretically informed and empirically rich, Youth Urban Worlds explores how urban cultures affect political action amongst youth.


Argues that urban cultures challenge the very meaning and contours of the political process

Includes ethnographies, delving into the perspectives and knowledges of racialized youth, urban farmers, and śvoluntary risk takers,ť like dumpster divers, building climbers, and student protestors

Theorizes that aesthetics are an increasingly crucial form of political action in the contemporary urban setting and explains the impact of aesthetics on the political

Examines the centrality of fun, warmth, aesthetics, and embodiment to these youth™s experience of being in the world

Explains how youth are able to practically and concretely impact the political process through the performance of risky and disruptive behavior