Description
Unlock the profound connection between dreams and social dynamics with *Dreams of a Lifetime* (ISBN: 9780691230665). This compelling trade paperback, published by Princeton University Press in 2024, dives deep into the intrinsic ties between our backgrounds and the aspirations we envision. Authored by renowned sociologists Karen Cerulo and Janet Ruane, this book reveals the truth that while everyone has the freedom to dream, not all dreams are equal. Our social class, gender, race, age, and significant life events play vital roles in shaping the landscape of our aspirations.
In *Dreams of a Lifetime*, the authors delve into how our social locations dictate the complexities of our inner lives, revealing how personal circumstances can close doors to opportunity and impact belief in the attainability of dreams. Through meticulous research, including original interviews with individuals from diverse social fabric, this book showcases the limitations imposed by systemic inequalities and highlights how these disparities affect the dreams we dare to dream.
Explore how socioeconomic factors mold our visions of possibility and influence our confidence in pursuing those dreams. Whether you're an academic studying sociology, a passionate reader interested in social justice, or simply someone eager to understand the dynamics of dreams, *Dreams of a Lifetime* offers essential insights and innovative perspectives for addressing social inequalities. Don't miss this illuminating read that challenges conventional notions of dreaming and inspires action towards a fairer society.
In *Dreams of a Lifetime*, the authors delve into how our social locations dictate the complexities of our inner lives, revealing how personal circumstances can close doors to opportunity and impact belief in the attainability of dreams. Through meticulous research, including original interviews with individuals from diverse social fabric, this book showcases the limitations imposed by systemic inequalities and highlights how these disparities affect the dreams we dare to dream.
Explore how socioeconomic factors mold our visions of possibility and influence our confidence in pursuing those dreams. Whether you're an academic studying sociology, a passionate reader interested in social justice, or simply someone eager to understand the dynamics of dreams, *Dreams of a Lifetime* offers essential insights and innovative perspectives for addressing social inequalities. Don't miss this illuminating read that challenges conventional notions of dreaming and inspires action towards a fairer society.