53 pages 1 hour read

Annette Lareau

Unequal Childhoods: Class, Race, and Family Life

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2003

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Annette Lareau's Unequal Childhoods is praised for its detailed ethnographic approach and insightful analysis of class and parenting styles, highlighting how socio-economic status influences children's futures. Some critiques mention its limited sample size and perceived overgeneralization. Overall, it's considered a compelling read for those interested in sociology and education.

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Who Should Read Unequal Childhoods?

Readers who enjoy Unequal Childhoods by Annette Lareau are often interested in sociology, education, and the impact of social class on child development. Fans of works like Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell or The Spirit Level by Richard Wilkinson and Kate Pickett will appreciate Lareau's in-depth, ethnographic approach and nuanced insights.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Sociology
Class
Race / Racism
Themes
Society: Class
Society: Education
Society: Economics
Genre
Education
Anthropology
Social Science