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The Blackwell Companion to the Sociology of Families

Martin Richards editor Jacqueline Scott editor Judith Treas editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Published:23rd Oct '03

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Tackling issues relevant to family life today, this authoritative Companion shows why studying social change in families is fundamental for understanding the transformations in individual and social life, across the globe.

  • Contains original essays by expert contributors on a wide range of topics relating to the sociology of families.
  • Includes coverage of social inequality, parenting practices, children’s work, the changing patterns of citizenship, and multi-cultural families.
  • Gives special attention to European and North American examples.
  • Discusses previously neglected groups, including immigrant families and gays and lesbians.
  • Explores how revolutionary changes in aging, longevity, and sexual behavior have radically affected the experience of different generations, and the relationships between them.

”I would recommend this book strongly. The social sciences in general, and the study of family in particular, permeate much of academic life nowadays… Most academic libraries are therefore likely to find eager users for this book.”
Reference Reviews

"This is a classic handbook providing a considerable number of original essays written by experts in the field on a wide variety of issues. The strengths of the volume lie in its multi-dimensional approach to the knowledge of the dynamics which modify family life in a globalizing world."
INTAMS Review

“This authoritative volume shows why studying social change in families is fundamental for understanding the transformations in individual and social life, across the globe.” Family Therapy

ISBN: 9780631221586

Dimensions: 254mm x 180mm x 37mm

Weight: 1207g

624 pages