Lost Childhood: Unmasking the Lives of Street Children in Metropolitan India

Lost Childhood explores the lives of street children in India, providing insights into their experiences, socio-economic conditions, and social injustices. It uses field research data to highlight issues affecting their lives and suggests a way forward for understanding and addressing their needs.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 222 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Lost Childhood delves into the intricate tapestry of street children's daily existence in India, offering invaluable insights into the driving forces that propel them towards extreme livelihoods. This comprehensive volume encompasses a multifaceted examination, encompassing inquiries into the histories of these vulnerable individuals, as well as a comprehensive exploration of their socio-economic and socio-demographic characteristics, providing a poignant sense of their living conditions. Through its pages, the book sheds light on the profound social injustice that these children endure, exposing the harsh realities of their health and hygiene, as well as the inherent insecurities they face in their interactions with society.

Drawing upon detailed field research data, the book highlights a range of issues that profoundly impact the lives of street children, including education, gender discrimination, and the fragile social networks that sustain them. It offers thoughtful recommendations and a forward-thinking approach aimed at not only uplifting street children but also fostering a deeper understanding of their lives, problems, and the urgent need for further exploration.

This book is a valuable resource for scholars and researchers specializing in human geography, development studies, child development, urban poverty, and social justice. It will also captivate policymakers, social workers, and field workers who dedicate their efforts to supporting and advocating for the well-being of street children. By unraveling the complexities of their lives, Lost Childhood contributes to a broader understanding of this pressing issue and serves as a catalyst for meaningful change.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367642006