The Abandoned Generation: Democracy Beyond the Culture of Fear - Softcover

Giroux, H.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1403965366 ISBN 13: 9781403965363

Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan, 2003

Synopsis

Henry Giroux continues his critique of American culture and the way it impinges on the lives of our children. This time, Henry goes further, looking at the 'Bush Restoration' years, the attacks of September 11th and the way the world has been transformed for our children and young adults.

About this title

Book Description:

Henry Giroux argues that the US is at war with young people. No longer seen as the future of a democratic society, youth are now derided by politicians looking for quick-fix solutions to crime and demonized by the popular media. This perception of fear and disdain is being translated into social policy. Instead of providing a decent education to young people, we offer them the increasing potential of being incarcerated. Instead of guaranteeing them decent health care, we serve them more standardized tests. There's a war on in the US these days, and Giroux sees our youth as the target.

About the Author:

Henry A. Giroux holds the Global Television Network Chair in English and Cultural Studies at McMaster University, Ontario, Canada.

About this edition

• Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 1403965366
• ISBN 13: 9781403965363
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 256