Thinking Children: The Concept of 'Child' from a Philosophical Perspective

by Claire Cassidy

Book Overview

Thinking Children investigates the concept of 'child' from a philosophical perspective. Its aim is to come to an acceptable definition of 'child', and it is anticipated that such a definition will impact on how those seen as children are perceived in society.

The author first explores the notions of personhood, self and identity, before reflecting on historical perspectives on childhood and the inclusion of children as active, participative,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1441187545
• ISBN13: 9781441187543
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Continuum
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"