| Description |
xvi, 290 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Series |
Teen life around the world, 1540-4897 |
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Teen life around the world. 1540-4897
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| Summary |
This volume shows that the lives of teens in prosperous and westernized Asian countries have much in common with those of American teens. Obtaining a good education is paramount, and Asian interests and tastes--in pop culture and sports, for example--are in sync with their American counterparts. In poorer and politically restricted Asian nations, teen life and opportunities are more restricted. Greater focus and energy is given to helping the family survive. Yet it is the ancient cultural and religious traditions in Asian life that constitute the fundamental difference between American and Asian teens. This book is an introduction to the Asian teen experience--from a typical day to participation in religious ceremonies--in 15 countries. [from publisher's advertisement] |
| Notes |
Formerly CIP. Uk |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Teenagers -- Asia -- Social conditions.
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Teenagers -- Asia -- Social life and customs.
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| Author |
Slater, Judith J.
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| LC no. |
2003045529 |
| ISBN |
0313315329 |
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