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Families

A Social Class Perspective

Shirley A Hill author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:SAGE Publications Inc

Published:31st Aug '11

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A brief, impactful book that provides a contemporary analysis of how economics and social class affects the concept of family today

This book focuses on the impact of economic systems and social class on the organization of family life. Since the most vital function of the family is the survival of its members, the author give primacy to the economic system in structuring the broad parameters of family life. She explains how the economy shapes the prospects families have for earning a decent living by determining the location, nature, and pay associated with work.

ISBN: 9781412998017

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 250g

184 pages