Exploring Ibero-American Youth Cultures in the 21st Century: Creativity, Resistance and Transgression in the City

The authors of this book explore youth street cultures in various Ibero-American cities, focusing on creativity, resistance, and transgression against dominant powers. It provides a diverse range of geographical and social/cultural research contexts, emphasizing the economic, social, cultural, and symbolic specificities of youth cultures.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 350 pages
Publication date: 23 December 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

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The authors assembled in this collection delve into the vibrant street cultures of various cities across the Ibero-American region, offering a comprehensive examination of Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Chile, Portugal, Spain, and beyond. By adopting an international perspective that bridges the European and American contexts, the book justifies its relevance in understanding the intricate social, cultural, and economic relationships that have shaped this transnational geographical space since the colonial era.

The chapters collected here center on three fundamental concepts: creativity, resistance, and transgression. These concepts serve as a powerful framework for addressing and challenging the dominant, punitive, and oppressive powers (re)produced by (white, male) dominant classes within urban contexts. By focusing on one, two, or multiple spatial contexts, including the public space, the street, and the city, the book ensures a rich diversity of geographical and social/cultural research contexts. Moreover, it emphasizes the unique economic, social, cultural, and symbolic aspects of youth cultures, encompassing gender, sexuality, and race, within their specific urban environments.

This comprehensive approach provides valuable insights into the complex dynamics of youth street cultures, shedding light on their role in shaping urban identities, challenging social norms, and fostering social change. By exploring the diverse experiences and perspectives of young people from different parts of the world, the book contributes to a deeper understanding of the multifaceted nature of youth cultures and their potential for positive transformation.

Weight: 481g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030835439
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021