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    Series series Political Science and International Studies (R0)
    This book explores the daily mobilities and immobilities of children and young people in sub-Saharan Africa. The authors draw on findings from rural and urban field research extending over many years, culminating in a 24-site study across three African countries: Ghana, Malawi, and South Africa. Wider reflections on gender, relationality, the politics of mobility, and field methodology frame the ... Read more

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    Series series Social Sciences (R0)
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    The Seduction of Football in Liberia

    Series series Social Sciences (R0)
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  • Psychoactive Drug Abuse in Hong Kong

    Life Satisfaction and Drug Use

    Series series Social Sciences (R0)
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    Series series Social Sciences (R0)
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    Series series History (R0)
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