Sarah Kenny, "Growing Up and Going Out: Youth Culture, Commerce, and Leisure Space in Post-War Britain" (Manchester UP, 2025)
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Youth Culture and Leisure in Post-War Britain
This chapter explores the complexities of youth culture and leisure spaces in post-war Britain, focusing on the moral panic surrounding these environments. It examines the corporate control of the leisure industry, highlighting major players like Mecca and the Rank Organization, and how they adapted to changing societal norms. The narrative also delves into the gendered experiences of women in evolving nightlife, underscoring the cultural shifts in public spaces and their impact on identity and belonging.
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