Self-Made Men

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Focusing on young men from low-socioeconomic backgrounds, this book examines their disengagement from education and underrepresentation in higher education. It highlights the challenges faced by first-in-family university students in adapting to new learning environments and gaining social and cultural capital. Through a longitudinal study of Australian men, the author analyzes their experiences and evolving identities, employing sociological theories to provide insights and practical recommendations for enhancing participation initiatives globally.