Author: Emily Chivers Yochim
Publisher: University of Michigan Press
ISBN: 0472026607
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
"Intellectually deft and lively to read, Skate Life is an important addition to the literature on youth cultures, contemporary masculinity, and the role of media in identity formation." ---Janice A. Radway, Northwestern University, author of Reading the Romance: Women, Patriarchy, and Popular Literature "With her elegant research design and sophisticated array of anthropological and media studies approaches, Emily Chivers Yochim has produced one of the best books about race, gender, and class that I have read in the last ten years. In a moment where celebratory studies of youth, youth subcultures, and their relationship to media abound, this book stands as a brilliantly argued analysis of the limitations of youth subcultures and their ambiguous relationship to mainstream commercial culture." ---Ellen Seiter, University of Southern California "Yochim has made a valuable contribution to media and cultural studies as well as youth and American studies by conducting this research and by coining the phrase 'corresponding cultures,' which conceptualizes the complex and dynamic processes skateboarders employ to negotiate their identities as part of both mainstream and counter-cultures." ---JoEllen Fisherkeller, New York University Skate Life examines how young male skateboarders use skate culture media in the production of their identities. Emily Chivers Yochim offers a comprehensive ethnographic analysis of an Ann Arbor, Michigan, skateboarding community, situating it within a larger historical examination of skateboarding's portrayal in mainstream media and a critique of mainstream, niche, and locally produced media texts (such as, for example, Jackass, Viva La Bam, and Dogtown and Z-Boys). The book uses these elements to argue that adolescent boys can both critique dominant norms of masculinity and maintain the power that white heterosexual masculinity offers. Additionally, Yochim uses these analyses to introduce the notion of "corresponding cultures," conceptualizing the ways in which media audiences both argue with and incorporate mediated images into their own ideas about identity. In a strong combination of anthropological and media studies approaches, Skate Life asks important questions of the literature on youth and provides new ways of assessing how young people create their identities. Emily Chivers Yochim is Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Arts, Allegheny College. Cover design by Brian V. Smith
Skate Life
Author: Emily Chivers Yochim
Publisher: University of Michigan Press
ISBN: 0472026607
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
"Intellectually deft and lively to read, Skate Life is an important addition to the literature on youth cultures, contemporary masculinity, and the role of media in identity formation." ---Janice A. Radway, Northwestern University, author of Reading the Romance: Women, Patriarchy, and Popular Literature "With her elegant research design and sophisticated array of anthropological and media studies approaches, Emily Chivers Yochim has produced one of the best books about race, gender, and class that I have read in the last ten years. In a moment where celebratory studies of youth, youth subcultures, and their relationship to media abound, this book stands as a brilliantly argued analysis of the limitations of youth subcultures and their ambiguous relationship to mainstream commercial culture." ---Ellen Seiter, University of Southern California "Yochim has made a valuable contribution to media and cultural studies as well as youth and American studies by conducting this research and by coining the phrase 'corresponding cultures,' which conceptualizes the complex and dynamic processes skateboarders employ to negotiate their identities as part of both mainstream and counter-cultures." ---JoEllen Fisherkeller, New York University Skate Life examines how young male skateboarders use skate culture media in the production of their identities. Emily Chivers Yochim offers a comprehensive ethnographic analysis of an Ann Arbor, Michigan, skateboarding community, situating it within a larger historical examination of skateboarding's portrayal in mainstream media and a critique of mainstream, niche, and locally produced media texts (such as, for example, Jackass, Viva La Bam, and Dogtown and Z-Boys). The book uses these elements to argue that adolescent boys can both critique dominant norms of masculinity and maintain the power that white heterosexual masculinity offers. Additionally, Yochim uses these analyses to introduce the notion of "corresponding cultures," conceptualizing the ways in which media audiences both argue with and incorporate mediated images into their own ideas about identity. In a strong combination of anthropological and media studies approaches, Skate Life asks important questions of the literature on youth and provides new ways of assessing how young people create their identities. Emily Chivers Yochim is Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Arts, Allegheny College. Cover design by Brian V. Smith
Publisher: University of Michigan Press
ISBN: 0472026607
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
"Intellectually deft and lively to read, Skate Life is an important addition to the literature on youth cultures, contemporary masculinity, and the role of media in identity formation." ---Janice A. Radway, Northwestern University, author of Reading the Romance: Women, Patriarchy, and Popular Literature "With her elegant research design and sophisticated array of anthropological and media studies approaches, Emily Chivers Yochim has produced one of the best books about race, gender, and class that I have read in the last ten years. In a moment where celebratory studies of youth, youth subcultures, and their relationship to media abound, this book stands as a brilliantly argued analysis of the limitations of youth subcultures and their ambiguous relationship to mainstream commercial culture." ---Ellen Seiter, University of Southern California "Yochim has made a valuable contribution to media and cultural studies as well as youth and American studies by conducting this research and by coining the phrase 'corresponding cultures,' which conceptualizes the complex and dynamic processes skateboarders employ to negotiate their identities as part of both mainstream and counter-cultures." ---JoEllen Fisherkeller, New York University Skate Life examines how young male skateboarders use skate culture media in the production of their identities. Emily Chivers Yochim offers a comprehensive ethnographic analysis of an Ann Arbor, Michigan, skateboarding community, situating it within a larger historical examination of skateboarding's portrayal in mainstream media and a critique of mainstream, niche, and locally produced media texts (such as, for example, Jackass, Viva La Bam, and Dogtown and Z-Boys). The book uses these elements to argue that adolescent boys can both critique dominant norms of masculinity and maintain the power that white heterosexual masculinity offers. Additionally, Yochim uses these analyses to introduce the notion of "corresponding cultures," conceptualizing the ways in which media audiences both argue with and incorporate mediated images into their own ideas about identity. In a strong combination of anthropological and media studies approaches, Skate Life asks important questions of the literature on youth and provides new ways of assessing how young people create their identities. Emily Chivers Yochim is Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Arts, Allegheny College. Cover design by Brian V. Smith
American Homoeopathist
Every Reason We Shouldn't
Author: Sara Fujimura
Publisher: Tor Teen
ISBN: 1250204097
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 271
Book Description
Every Reason We Shouldn't by Sara Fujimura is a charming multicultural romance perfect for the many fans of Jenny Han and Rainbow Rowell. Warning: Contains family expectations, delightful banter, great romantic tension, skating (all kinds!), Korean pastries, and all the feels. Sixteen-year-old figure skater Olivia Kennedy’s Olympic dreams have ended. She’s bitter, but enjoying life as a regular teenager instead of trying to live up to expectations of being the daughter of Olympians Michael Kennedy and Midori Nakashima...until Jonah Choi starts training at her family's struggling rink. Jonah's driven, talented, going for the Olympics in speed skating, completely annoying... and totally gorgeous. Between teasing Jonah, helping her best friend try out for roller derby, figuring out life as a normal teen and keeping the family business running, Olivia's got her hands full. But will rivalry bring her closer to Jonah, or drive them apart? “This book is like a warm hug filled with all the things I love. I started smiling from page one and couldn’t put it down.” —Courtney Milan At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Publisher: Tor Teen
ISBN: 1250204097
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 271
Book Description
Every Reason We Shouldn't by Sara Fujimura is a charming multicultural romance perfect for the many fans of Jenny Han and Rainbow Rowell. Warning: Contains family expectations, delightful banter, great romantic tension, skating (all kinds!), Korean pastries, and all the feels. Sixteen-year-old figure skater Olivia Kennedy’s Olympic dreams have ended. She’s bitter, but enjoying life as a regular teenager instead of trying to live up to expectations of being the daughter of Olympians Michael Kennedy and Midori Nakashima...until Jonah Choi starts training at her family's struggling rink. Jonah's driven, talented, going for the Olympics in speed skating, completely annoying... and totally gorgeous. Between teasing Jonah, helping her best friend try out for roller derby, figuring out life as a normal teen and keeping the family business running, Olivia's got her hands full. But will rivalry bring her closer to Jonah, or drive them apart? “This book is like a warm hug filled with all the things I love. I started smiling from page one and couldn’t put it down.” —Courtney Milan At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Skinner's Banks
Author: Brad V. Cowan
Publisher: James Lorimer & Company
ISBN: 1459405226
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Cale Finch has just won second place in a skateboarding competition when he's ambushed on his way home by a member of a rival crew, the Mental Posse. They steal the money that Cale was going to use to replace his broken skateboard. Cale feels embarrassed by what happened, so he doesn't tell anyone right away. Eventually, Mark Skinner, an older skater, finds out, and offers to help Cale get the money back. But before he does, tragedy strikes and Mark is killed in a car accident. Cale has to deal with the loss of his friend and hero -- and find the courage to stand up to the bullies himself.
Publisher: James Lorimer & Company
ISBN: 1459405226
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Cale Finch has just won second place in a skateboarding competition when he's ambushed on his way home by a member of a rival crew, the Mental Posse. They steal the money that Cale was going to use to replace his broken skateboard. Cale feels embarrassed by what happened, so he doesn't tell anyone right away. Eventually, Mark Skinner, an older skater, finds out, and offers to help Cale get the money back. But before he does, tragedy strikes and Mark is killed in a car accident. Cale has to deal with the loss of his friend and hero -- and find the courage to stand up to the bullies himself.
Contract Season
Author: Cait Nary
Publisher: Carina Press
ISBN: 0369719417
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 359
Book Description
"This is hockey romance for hockey fans." —Rachel Reid A heartbroken hockey player and an up-and-coming country music star fake it for the cameras (or do they?) in Cait Nary’s delightfully sexy new novel. Brody Kellerman has a plan. First, become the best defenseman in professional hockey. Second, get over his ex-boyfriend so he can focus on his game. Hooking up with the singer at his buddy’s wedding was the perfect solution, but it was never meant to be more than a one-night stand. Seamus Murry has never planned a thing in his life, including hooking up with a smoking-hot hockey player. Being ghosted sucks, but at least one good thing came from it—the breakout hit song of the summer. Now he’s one of country music’s brightest stars, but one slipup—or in this case, video—might cost him his career. When their video goes viral, Brody and Seamus agree to fake a relationship. But soon it's impossible to remember what is real and what's pretend, and although Brody has no intention of falling for freewheeling Seamus's charm…life doesn't always go according to plan. Trade Season Book 1: Season's Change Book 2: Contract Season
Publisher: Carina Press
ISBN: 0369719417
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 359
Book Description
"This is hockey romance for hockey fans." —Rachel Reid A heartbroken hockey player and an up-and-coming country music star fake it for the cameras (or do they?) in Cait Nary’s delightfully sexy new novel. Brody Kellerman has a plan. First, become the best defenseman in professional hockey. Second, get over his ex-boyfriend so he can focus on his game. Hooking up with the singer at his buddy’s wedding was the perfect solution, but it was never meant to be more than a one-night stand. Seamus Murry has never planned a thing in his life, including hooking up with a smoking-hot hockey player. Being ghosted sucks, but at least one good thing came from it—the breakout hit song of the summer. Now he’s one of country music’s brightest stars, but one slipup—or in this case, video—might cost him his career. When their video goes viral, Brody and Seamus agree to fake a relationship. But soon it's impossible to remember what is real and what's pretend, and although Brody has no intention of falling for freewheeling Seamus's charm…life doesn't always go according to plan. Trade Season Book 1: Season's Change Book 2: Contract Season
Colorado Springs Series Books 1 and 2
Author: Kelsey MacBride
Publisher: New Prosperity Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
Brenda won't have anything to do with Scott. Meanwhile, Scott has an undying love for Brenda. So when tragedy forces Brenda to skate with Scott, will they hate each other? Or will they have a second chance at true love? The Colorado Springs Series includes both popular-selling books in the series by reader favorite Kelsey MacBride. Dreams of Gold is book 1 of two Clean & Wholesome Contemporary Romance books in the Colorado Springs Series. Brenda Wagner suffers a devastating accident during an ice skating competition which shatters her dream of being in the Olympics. But Brenda makes a miraculous recovery. Now the only obstacle preventing her from competing in the Olympics is she must skate with her Christian ex-fiancé Scott Nichols as her new partner. Can Brenda set aside their painful past and skate with Scott to victory? Or will she hang on to past memories and forfeit a chance at the Olympics? Scott Nichols is a skating instructor scorned by his ex-fiancé, Brenda, after leaving her at the altar years ago. But he refuses to give up on their past love. So when the opportunity to be Brenda’s new skating partner falls in his lap, Scott accepts, hoping to win back her love. But can he soften Brenda’s hardened heart and rekindle their Christian romance? Or will Brenda use him as a means to her quest for a medal? Find out by reading this heartwarming Clean & Wholesome Contemporary Romance novel for women. ### Heart of a Champion is Book 2 and the conclusion to the Colorado Springs Series. Brenda Wagner struggles to cope with the limitations of her new life after suffering a tragic ice skating accident. But sparks begin to fly as she must skate with her ex-fiancé Scott Nichols to compete. Brenda must blindly trust Scott as her partner to perform the most challenging skating techniques. Can Brenda set aside her mistrust and put her faith in Scott with every precision move? Or will the pain from the past shadow her best performance? Scott Nichols remains hopeful that Brenda will someday open her heart to him. He is supportive during Brenda’s recovery but knows reconciliation won’t be easy. So he leaves everything in God’s hands, willing to accept whatever the Almighty has destined. Will he succeed in softening Brenda’s heart, rekindling true Christian romance? Or will he be forever scorned by the only woman he truly cares about? Discover the satisfying conclusion to this Clean & Wholesome Contemporary Romance novel for women by downloading Heart of a Champion. Get your copy now!
Publisher: New Prosperity Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
Brenda won't have anything to do with Scott. Meanwhile, Scott has an undying love for Brenda. So when tragedy forces Brenda to skate with Scott, will they hate each other? Or will they have a second chance at true love? The Colorado Springs Series includes both popular-selling books in the series by reader favorite Kelsey MacBride. Dreams of Gold is book 1 of two Clean & Wholesome Contemporary Romance books in the Colorado Springs Series. Brenda Wagner suffers a devastating accident during an ice skating competition which shatters her dream of being in the Olympics. But Brenda makes a miraculous recovery. Now the only obstacle preventing her from competing in the Olympics is she must skate with her Christian ex-fiancé Scott Nichols as her new partner. Can Brenda set aside their painful past and skate with Scott to victory? Or will she hang on to past memories and forfeit a chance at the Olympics? Scott Nichols is a skating instructor scorned by his ex-fiancé, Brenda, after leaving her at the altar years ago. But he refuses to give up on their past love. So when the opportunity to be Brenda’s new skating partner falls in his lap, Scott accepts, hoping to win back her love. But can he soften Brenda’s hardened heart and rekindle their Christian romance? Or will Brenda use him as a means to her quest for a medal? Find out by reading this heartwarming Clean & Wholesome Contemporary Romance novel for women. ### Heart of a Champion is Book 2 and the conclusion to the Colorado Springs Series. Brenda Wagner struggles to cope with the limitations of her new life after suffering a tragic ice skating accident. But sparks begin to fly as she must skate with her ex-fiancé Scott Nichols to compete. Brenda must blindly trust Scott as her partner to perform the most challenging skating techniques. Can Brenda set aside her mistrust and put her faith in Scott with every precision move? Or will the pain from the past shadow her best performance? Scott Nichols remains hopeful that Brenda will someday open her heart to him. He is supportive during Brenda’s recovery but knows reconciliation won’t be easy. So he leaves everything in God’s hands, willing to accept whatever the Almighty has destined. Will he succeed in softening Brenda’s heart, rekindling true Christian romance? Or will he be forever scorned by the only woman he truly cares about? Discover the satisfying conclusion to this Clean & Wholesome Contemporary Romance novel for women by downloading Heart of a Champion. Get your copy now!
Moon Bali & Lombok
Author: Chantae Reden
Publisher: Moon Travel
ISBN: 1640491082
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 840
Book Description
Whether you're seeking serenity on a sandy beach, learning to freedive, or trekking to the top of a volcano, a spiritual adventure awaits with Moon Bali & Lombok. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries including a week in Bali or Lombok and a two-week island-hopping itinerary covering Bali, Lombok, and the Gili Islands Strategic advice for surfers, spiritual and wellness travelers, culture mavens, and more Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Rent a scooter and cruise past stunning rice terraces, breathe in the smell of incense and witness the Balinese Hindu rituals at Lempuyang Temple, or marvel at the cliff-top temple of Uluwatu. Crack open a fresh coconut, order authentic mie goreng from a food stand, and swap stories with local Sasak people over a thick cup of coffee. Dance until dawn at a beachfront bar or escape the crowds and find solitude on a black sand beach Outdoor adventures: Trek through rainforests to the summit of Mount Rinjani and watch the sunrise peek over the caldera rim. Swim with manta rays and sea turtles, scuba dive among shipwrecks and coral reefs, or surf the legendary waves How to experience Bali and Lombok like an insider, support local and sustainable businesses, avoid over-tourism, and respectfully engage with the culture Expert insight from Chantae Reden, a writer with deep ties to both islands, on where to eat, how to get around, and where to stay, from guest cottages and beach bungalows to luxurious resorts Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout Reliable background information on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and history, as well as common customs and etiquette Handy tools including Balinese, Sasak, and Indonesian phrasebooks, packing suggestions, and travel tips for families with kids, seniors, travelers with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ travelers With Moon Bali & Lombok's practical tips and local know-how, you can plan your trip your way. Exploring more of Asia? Check out Moon Vietnam or Moon Japan.
Publisher: Moon Travel
ISBN: 1640491082
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 840
Book Description
Whether you're seeking serenity on a sandy beach, learning to freedive, or trekking to the top of a volcano, a spiritual adventure awaits with Moon Bali & Lombok. Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries including a week in Bali or Lombok and a two-week island-hopping itinerary covering Bali, Lombok, and the Gili Islands Strategic advice for surfers, spiritual and wellness travelers, culture mavens, and more Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Rent a scooter and cruise past stunning rice terraces, breathe in the smell of incense and witness the Balinese Hindu rituals at Lempuyang Temple, or marvel at the cliff-top temple of Uluwatu. Crack open a fresh coconut, order authentic mie goreng from a food stand, and swap stories with local Sasak people over a thick cup of coffee. Dance until dawn at a beachfront bar or escape the crowds and find solitude on a black sand beach Outdoor adventures: Trek through rainforests to the summit of Mount Rinjani and watch the sunrise peek over the caldera rim. Swim with manta rays and sea turtles, scuba dive among shipwrecks and coral reefs, or surf the legendary waves How to experience Bali and Lombok like an insider, support local and sustainable businesses, avoid over-tourism, and respectfully engage with the culture Expert insight from Chantae Reden, a writer with deep ties to both islands, on where to eat, how to get around, and where to stay, from guest cottages and beach bungalows to luxurious resorts Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout Reliable background information on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and history, as well as common customs and etiquette Handy tools including Balinese, Sasak, and Indonesian phrasebooks, packing suggestions, and travel tips for families with kids, seniors, travelers with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ travelers With Moon Bali & Lombok's practical tips and local know-how, you can plan your trip your way. Exploring more of Asia? Check out Moon Vietnam or Moon Japan.
Street Kings
Author: Brad V. Cowan
Publisher: Lorimer
ISBN: 1459404505
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
Cale Finch's plans for Spring Break? EAT, SLEEP, SKATE. Cale's determined that this time he'll successfully ollie the set of seven stairs that mark initiation into the Seven Stair Crew, a group of older, junior-high skaters. But Cale soon finds that not all local skaters are welcoming to grommets (new skaters) like him. He has to find his voice, learn to stand up for himself, and believe in his own ability to skate in order to find his rightful place in this youth subculture.
Publisher: Lorimer
ISBN: 1459404505
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
Cale Finch's plans for Spring Break? EAT, SLEEP, SKATE. Cale's determined that this time he'll successfully ollie the set of seven stairs that mark initiation into the Seven Stair Crew, a group of older, junior-high skaters. But Cale soon finds that not all local skaters are welcoming to grommets (new skaters) like him. He has to find his voice, learn to stand up for himself, and believe in his own ability to skate in order to find his rightful place in this youth subculture.
Boys' Life
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ISBN:
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Languages : en
Pages : 88
Book Description
Boys' Life is the official youth magazine for the Boy Scouts of America. Published since 1911, it contains a proven mix of news, nature, sports, history, fiction, science, comics, and Scouting.
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ISBN:
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Languages : en
Pages : 88
Book Description
Boys' Life is the official youth magazine for the Boy Scouts of America. Published since 1911, it contains a proven mix of news, nature, sports, history, fiction, science, comics, and Scouting.