Book Reviews: Marriage History
A selection of book reviews on marriage history.
A History of the Wife
A History of the Wife looks back in history to see what being a wife meant in ancient times through today. It is a study of the laws, religious practices, social customs, economic patterns, and political consciousness that have impacted wives through the ages.
A History of the Wife looks back in history to see what being a wife meant in ancient times through today. It is a study of the laws, religious practices, social customs, economic patterns, and political consciousness that have impacted wives through the ages.
"The Way We Never Were" Book Review
In "The Way We Never Were", Stephanie Coontz examines myths and half-truths about marriage and family in America. She contends that looking back at marriage in a nostalgic way can burden today's married couples and families.
In "The Way We Never Were", Stephanie Coontz examines myths and half-truths about marriage and family in America. She contends that looking back at marriage in a nostalgic way can burden today's married couples and families.
"Domestic Revolutions"
"Domestic Revolutions" shows how the American family has been adapting to societal changes throughout the last three hundred years. Highly recommended.
"Domestic Revolutions" shows how the American family has been adapting to societal changes throughout the last three hundred years. Highly recommended.