This book provides an updated and fresh introduction to recent theoretical developments in
youth studies. It expands upon these developments and introduces new discussions and
perspectives. It presents three central theoretical traditions in youth studies and explores
the possibilities of redefining some of the central concepts but also of combining different
theoretical perspectives. After depicting the theoretical landscape of youth studies the book
explores generations and new subjectivities. Next it examines subcultures and transitional
spaces mediatization and learning processes. One chapter is set aside for a discussion on the
body the self and habitus and this is followed by a chapter on postcolonial spaces. Before
presenting its conclusions the book delves into the development of youth studies theory and
everyday life. All together the book taps into what is happening in the everyday lives of young
people and employs a methodology that can be used to create bridges between young people's
voices and experiences on the one hand and societal and cultural transformations on the other.
