The Gang Age

"The Gang Age: A Study of the Preadolescent Boy and His Recreational Needs" is a seminal sociological and psychological investigation into the formative years of childhood. Written by Paul Hanly Furfey, this work explores the complex social structures and group dynamics of boys during the transition from childhood to adolescence. By focusing on the "gang age"-a period characterized by intense loyalty to peer groups and a quest for independence-Furfey provides a detailed analysis of how recreational activities and social environments shape character and behavior.Through a combination of observation and psychological insight, the book addresses the vital necessity of providing constructive outlets for the energy and curiosity of youth. It examines the role of organized play, the influence of community institutions, and the psychological motivations behind the formation of informal social clubs. A foundational text in the field of child development, "The Gang Age" offers timeless insights into the recreational needs of preadolescents and the societal responsibilities involved in nurturing their growth. This study remains a significant contribution to the history of sociology and the understanding of masculine social development in early 20th-century America.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pages: 210, Hardcover, Tradd Street Press