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In *Teenage*, Jon Savage extends his pioneering work on youth culture to uncover the hidden prehistory of the teenage phenomenon. Drawing on a wide array of sources—film, music, literature, fashion, politics, and art—he charts how the word "teenage" entered mainstream consciousness between 1875 and 1945, shaping and reflecting modern social life. The book blends cultural investigation with social history to offer a comprehensive portrait of early teenage identity. Savage’s meticulous research and engaging narrative bring to light how teenager culture was already forming long before it became a commodity, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of the origins and evolution of youth identity.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: Jon Savage
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