Teen Issues in S.E. Hinton's The Outsiders

Download or read book Teen Issues in S.E. Hinton's The Outsiders written by David Erik Nelson and published by Greenhaven Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2012-06-11 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This critical volume explores S.E. Hinton's classic novel The Outsiders through the lens of teen issues. The text discusses a variety of topics, including Hinton's life and influences, whether the novel offers an overly romanticized view of teen life, and whether social bonds are important for economically disadvantaged teens. The book also explores contemporary perspectives on teen issues, such as a look at modern teen class divisions and the relationship between parenting, masculinity, and teen violence.