Jane Pilcher is een sociologe wier werk thema's als gender, kindertijd, veroudering en de levensloop onderzoekt. Haar publicaties duiken in sociaal belangrijke onderwerpen zoals intergenerationele relaties en genderkwesties, met een specifieke focus op de ervaringen van vrouwen in de hedendaagse Britse samenleving. Als erkend sociologie-expert werkt ze regelmatig samen met media en diverse organisaties, wat bijdraagt aan een breder begrip van sociale dynamiek.
Including nine new entries, this thoroughly revised edition provides an authoritative account of gender studies, reflecting on the complex and multi- faceted character of the field in a way that is accessible to students across the social sciences and humanities.
Offering a comprehensive resource for sociology and women's studies students, this text delves into contemporary British society. It explores key themes and issues, making it relevant for anyone interested in understanding the social dynamics and challenges faced today.
Politics and Childhood in the Twenty-First Century
Focusing on the sociological and political challenges of childhood in the context of twenty-first-century neo-liberalism, the book delves into critical topics such as child protection, abuse, media influence, education, and poverty. It examines how these issues shape the experiences and futures of young people, highlighting the complexities and implications of contemporary childhood.