Ventures in youth work Tani, Henry N

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Dustjacket not included. Hardcover is heavily faded and stained with wear along the corners/edges/spine. Pages are clean inside with yellowed outside edges. Binding is secure.

This well-loved mid-century volume by Henry N. Tani offers a glimpse into the history of youth ministry and social work. Published in the post-war era, it reflects the emphasis on community building and engaging young people through church programs. Tani’s practical guidance and insights into mentoring adolescents make it a valuable resource for understanding the evolution of youth work. The book’s worn exterior and yellowed pages evoke nostalgia, transporting readers to an era when youth development programs were burgeoning fields.

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Dustjacket not included. Hardcover is heavily faded and stained with wear along the corners/edges/spine. Pages are clean inside with yellowed outside edges. Binding is secure.

This well-loved copy of “Ventures in Youth Work” by Henry N. Tani offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of youth ministry and social work in the mid-20th century. Published in the 1950s, this book reflects the post-war era’s emphasis on community building and engaging young people through church-based programs. Tani, a pioneering figure in Christian youth work, draws upon his extensive experience to provide practical guidance and insights into effective methods for mentoring and empowering adolescents.

While the book’s exterior shows signs of heavy use, the clean interior pages suggest it was a well-read and cherished resource for youth leaders and social workers of its time. The yellowed page edges and sturdy binding evoke a sense of nostalgia, transporting readers back to an era when youth work was a burgeoning field, fueled by a desire to positively shape the lives of young people in the aftermath of World War II. For collectors and historians interested in the evolution of youth ministry and social services, this vintage volume offers a valuable perspective on the philosophies and approaches that laid the foundation for modern youth development programs.

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Weight 14 lbs
Dimensions 20.07 × 13.97 × 2.54 in
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