Changing Cultures

This book addresses a key set of issues at the overlap between feminism, sociology and cultural studies. A central theme of the book is an engagement with feminist theory and practice, its relationship to sociological and cultural analysis, and its development over time from the late 1970s to the present day. Within this context, the book explores changing ideas and experiences of youth in contemporary society. Particular attention is paid to recent concern with child abuse and its treatment in the public arena, to the family, sexuality, and education. A final section of the book examines the relationship of youth culture to consumerism, advertising and identity.