{"product_id":"the-sociology-of-early-childhood-9781446272992","title":"The Sociology of Early Childhood","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Sociology of Early Childhood \u003c\/em\u003eis a theoretically and historically grounded examination of young children's experiences in contemporary society.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eArguing that a sociology of early childhood must bring together and integrate different disciplines, this book: \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e      \u003cli\u003esynthesises different sociological perspectives on childhood as well as incorporating multi-disciplinary research findings on the lives of young children \u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003eexplains key theoretical concepts in early childhood studies such as investment, early intervention, professional power and discourse\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003eexamines the importance of play, memory and place \u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003eevaluates long term parenting trends\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003euses illustrative examples and case studies, discussion questions and annotated further reading to engage and stimulate readers. \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003eInvigorating and thought provoking, this is an invaluable read for advanced undergraduates and postgraduate students looki\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is a valuable addition to Early Childhood Studies, it  plays an important part in developing our  students′ sociological perspectives on childhood; an important component of this multi-disciplinary degree. \u003c\/p\u003e -- Ruby Oates\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eA very welcome addition to the Childhood Studies literature, \u003cem\u003eThe Sociology of Early Childhood\u003c\/em\u003e covers the key issues and subject areas essential for developing a critical and comprehensive knowledge of the field. Thoughtfully structured and clearly written, Gabriel provides a compelling discussion of ideas and concepts in ways accessible to an undergraduate audience. This is a ′must-have′ text for all interested in understanding modern childhoods.\u003c\/p\u003e -- Mary Jane Kehily\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this book, Norman Gabriel provides an insightful, relational approach to the study of early childhood. Gabriel is both original and scholarly in the way he illuminates his points. Students of early childhood should read this book for a fuller understanding of the importance of early childhood to our contemporary society.\u003c\/p\u003e -- Caroline Bath\u003cbr\u003eIn this concise new volume, based on a strong philosophical and historical structure and supported by examples from contemporary research, Norman Gabriel constructs a framework for understanding the social worlds and experiences of children in early childhood. -- Noah Kenneally\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction Historical and Sociological Approaches on Childhood A Relational Sociology of Early Childhood Growing Up Beside You – Social Habitus in Early Childhood Young Children’s Play - Challenging the Adult Establishment Civilising young children – long-term parenting trends New Media Technologies and the Sexualisation of Childhood Conclusions","brand":"Sage Publications Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48739321348439,"sku":"9781446272992","price":35.14,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-sociology-of-early-childhood-9781446272992","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}