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Marriage in America
Martin King . Ed(S): Whyte
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Description for Marriage in America
Paperback. These essays, inspired by the philosophy of communitarianism, explore some of the key questions related to marriage in America. They consider a roster of innovative polices and practices that are intended to promote a supportive atmosphere for American marriages and represent a range of viewpoints. Editor(s): Whyte, Martin King. Series: Rights & Responsibilities. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JHBK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 149 x 18. Weight in Grams: 440.
Is marriage an endangered institution in America? Does America's high divorce rate represent a danger to the lives of American children? These are some of the questions explored in this path-breaking volume of essays. The contributors to Marriage in America, inspired by the philosophy of communitarianism, consider an extensive roster of innovative policies and practices that are intended to promote a more supportive atmosphere for American marriages. A wide range of viewpoints are represented, with essays by legal scholars, social scientists, public policy advocates, family activists, and government program administrators. The range of influences affecting marriages is similarly broad, with ... Read more
Is marriage an endangered institution in America? Does America's high divorce rate represent a danger to the lives of American children? These are some of the questions explored in this path-breaking volume of essays. The contributors to Marriage in America, inspired by the philosophy of communitarianism, consider an extensive roster of innovative policies and practices that are intended to promote a more supportive atmosphere for American marriages. A wide range of viewpoints are represented, with essays by legal scholars, social scientists, public policy advocates, family activists, and government program administrators. The range of influences affecting marriages is similarly broad, with ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
Series
Rights & Responsibilities
Number of Pages
336
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD, United States
ISBN
9780742507715
SKU
V9780742507715
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About Martin King . Ed(S): Whyte
Martin King Whyte is professor of sociology and international affairs at George Washington University.
Reviews for Marriage in America
This volume reflects the remarkably dynamic and hopeful state of thinking that is suddenly emerging on marriage. Though the analysis and recommendations vary from one contributor to another, each offers important insights on how we can satisfy what is now widely perceived as a new social expectation of profound importance, namely, how our society can help more marriages form ... Read more